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Mission & Morale Patches
This page is to show the various morale and mission patches worn by sailors of the RCN. If you would like to submit a patch for this page, please email info@forposterityssake.ca with a scan or photo of the patch and any info known about the patch and who designed it.
Mission / Morale Patches are worn on the right sleeve of the Naval Environment Combat Uniform and the RCN and unit patch is worn on the left sleeve
RCN ensign jacket patch
Ships & Submarines Naval Reserve Divisions
Exercises Misc. Operations Shore Establishments Special Events Unknown
Ships & Submarines
Calgary 335
Charlottetown 339
Corner Brook 878
Fredericton 337
Note: Secure Flying Stations - In memory of the six crew members who died 06 Jan 2020 when FREDERICTON'S helo crashed on its approach, in sight of the ship. All 6 onboard died in the crash.
Halifax 330
Harry Dewolf 430
Kingston 700
Margaret Brooke 431
Max Bernays 432
Nanaimo 702
Note: Navigators of the Salish Sea patch - Click here to view the article from the Lookout Newspaper on the history of this patch
Ottawa 341
Note: Keewaytinook Omaa - This morale patch was created by S1 Luke Wieler and S1 David Eaglestick - 2023 // Click here to view the article from the Lookout Newspaper on the history of this patch
Regina 334
Note: 2023 patch - Designed by Sailor First Class (S1) Marianne Maxwell, Weapons Engineering Technician, the patch signifies new beginnings for the ship’s adventures. The design incorporates a Trident with the Prairie Bison skull and iconic Regina crown as part of the three prongs. The ship and the waves crashing in the background are an homage to the wartime paint job Regina had carried since 2019
Robert Hampton Gray 435
St John's 340
Note: Avancez - The rich history of our ship and its namesake city of St. John’s, Newfoundland offer up many iconic motifs and strong symbols; as per naval tradition many are included in our morale patch, worn on the right sleeve of the daily uniform. A colorful pallet was chosen in honor of the famous “jelly bean row” of brightly colored houses in downtown St. John’s. Included is symbolism of Newfoundland’s provincial bird (the Atlantic Puffin) and provincial animal (Newfoundland Dog) rising from the ocean which spills from the maw of our ship’s mascot, the Golden Lion. The Puffin holds in its beak a winged dagger symbolizing the bravery exemplified by our slogan “Advancez” or “forward”, while the Newfoundland dog offers in its paw, the “heart of generosity” referencing the HMCS ST JOHN'S reputation for charitable assistance over many years. By combining Canadian heritage with current accomplishment, the design aims to be both intriguing and inspiring, bolstering the pride of our ship‘s company.
Summerside 711
Vancouver 331
Ville de Québec 332
Note: Don de Dieu Feray Valoir - The red maple leaf symbolizes the strength, pride, and unity of Canada — an enduring reminder of who we are. The snowy owl, with wings spread wide, represents protection, strength, and resilience. And the blue in its eye — VDQ blue — reminds us that it watches over us, guiding our way through tumultuous waters. Our motto, Don de Dieu Feray Valoir — "We will be worthy" — reminds us of our commitment.
Naval Reserve Divisions (Top of page)
Chippawa
Special Events (Top of page)
Shore Establishments (Top of page)
Note: Naval Museum of Halifax - Op Ghost Town 2026. This morale patch was created for the staff and volunteers who were packing up all the collections at the museum to be put into storage in preparation for renovations to Admiralty House, the museum's home, that are expected to take 2 to 3 years.
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