Navy May Change Crews On Arctic Assignments

The Canadian navy may adopt the practice of swapping out crews for new patrol ships operating in the Arctic, reports the Canadian Press.

The Canadian coast guard has long followed such a policy for its vessels serving in the harsh Arctic conditions.

The navy has consulted with the coast guard as well as other Arctic nations, including Denmark and Norway, to find the best way to conduct operations in the north.

"Everyone (has found) if you're going to expect that ship to...