The Naden Band of Maritime Forces Pacific

Comprised of a group of men and women who are in the Royal Canadian Navy, the Naden Band, which is based in Esquimalt, B.C., can trace its roots back to 1940. The band is well known in western Canada and frequently perform at events such as the Grey Cup and Calgary Stampede.

In addition to performing in local parades and military events, it frequently tours worldwide. In 2019, the band participated in the parade celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid in France. The band will be returning to the Okanagan Military Tattoo this July.