HMCS Fredericton arrives in Hamilton, Ont.

On Sept.7, 2010, the patrol frigate HMCS Fredericton sailed into Hamilton Harbour, docking at Pier 8, right next to the retired HMCS Haida. (click on photos to enlage)above: the Palace condos in Burlington can be seen in the right distance.

above: in the right distance is part of the QEW leading to the Burlington Skyway

above: stern of the HMCS Fredericton, with the Burlington Skyway in the distance.

above: the bows of the Fredericton, left, and the Haida. I wonder whether these two vessels had ever met previously.

above: another view of the two Canadian navy ships docked at Pier 8, with the Fredericton (launched 1993) at the left; and the Haida (launched 1942) at the right.

above: the flag at the bow of the HMCS Fredericton, Sept.7, 2010.

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below: video of HMCS Fredericton arriving at Hamilton Harbour Pier 8, Sept.7, 2010.