HMCS Nootka (J35)

HMCS Nootka (J35) was a Tribal-class destroyer that served in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) during the Second World War and the Korean War. Named for the Nootka people of Vancouver Island, she was built by Vickers-Armstrongs on the Tyne and commissioned in November 1946, one of the last Tribal-class destroyers completed.

Nootka's service in the Second World War was limited due to her late commissioning. She primarily conducted work-up exercises and patrols in the North Atlantic.

Following the war, Nootka underwent modernization refits. She saw active service during the Korean War, operating with United Nations forces off the Korean peninsula. Her duties included shore bombardment, patrol, and escort duties.

After the Korean War, Nootka continued to serve with the RCN until being paid off in 1964. She was subsequently scrapped.

HMCS Nootka represented a significant part of the RCN’s post-war fleet and contributed to Canada’s naval presence during key periods of the 20th century.