Mr. Speaker, the HMCS Ojibwa has landed on Canada's south shore. The Cold War era submarine made the trip from Halifax to the Hamilton Harbour and was readied for the final leg of its journey through the Welland Canal to Port Burwell, Ontario.
Ian Raven and the late Alan Montgomery, from the Elgin Military Museum, shared with all who would listen the benefits of undertaking this Canadian naval history project. Retired Rear Admiral Dan McNeil helped manage the overall vision of the project, and they, along with thousands of others, have made this dream a reality. The municipality of Bayham, led by Mayor Ens, put the support in place to make this possible. Thank you to the Minister of National Defence for the donation of the Ojibwa to the museum.
Port Burwell is proud of its marine and maritime history and is looking forward to having people visit. A tour of the HMCS Ojibwa will become a southwestern Ontario tradition for decades to come. Thanks to all who have made Project Ojibwa and this Canadian naval museum a reality.