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Monday, November 14, 2011

W5 Investigates Canada's floundering submarine fleet

Deepsea DudsCanada's navy is promising its Victoria-class submarines will by fully operational by 2013 -- nearly 15 years after the boats were purchased from the United Kingdom.

Speaking with W5's Lloyd Robertson on Oct. 28, navy commander Vice Admiral Paul Maddison said he understands Canadians' frustration with the submarine program.

"I understand why they would feel impatient. I ask all Canadians for patience. We are at the end of a long beginning," Maddison said.

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