Command

Paul Smith joined the Naval Reserve at HMCS YORK in 1986 as a Naval Combat Information Operator. His career included service in ANTICOSTI, WHITEHORSE, and several Kingston-class ships, followed by sea and shore leadership appointments.

He commanded KINGSTON in 2014 and SUMMERSIDE in 2015. His experience includes Arctic operations, international deployments, and naval training leadership.

Andrew Payton joined HMCS YORK in 1997. He served in SUMMERSIDE, SASKATOON, and MONCTON, and held training and operations appointments at YORK.

He was appointed YORK’s Coxswain on 31 August 2022. His experience also includes the Naval Reserve Training and Support Cell and a period as Acting Coxswain of GRIFFON.