Canadian Merchant Navy

Canadians and Newfoundlanders in the merchant marine who died in the First and Second World Wars ensuring the lifeline of men and supplies. Kept in the Peace Tower on Parliament HIll.

An overview of the role of Canada's Merchant Navy in World War I. From Veterans Affairs Canada.

The six-year struggle for the supply route between North America and the United Kingdom during World War II. From Veterans Affairs Canada.

Canadian merchant ships lost in World War II. From the Naval Museum of Manitoba.

The vital role played by the Merchant Navy in transporting troops and cargo to Europe and around the world during the Second World War. From Veterans Affairs Canada.

An overview of the role of Canada's Merchant Navy in World War II. From Veterans Affairs Canada.

Searchable database of Canadian merchant sailors killed while serving in Canada's Merchant Navy. Search by member's name or vessel. From Veterans Affairs Canada.