Deemed unsafe for transatlantic crossing, CC-1 was held in Halifax for coastal defence. While under repair at Halifax, the two submarines survived the Halifax Explosion unscathed. The Royal Canadian Navy then devised a plan to utilise the two subs in anti-submarine training for the surface vessels.
Deemed unsafe for transatlantic travel, CC-1 was held in Halifax for coastal defense. While undergoing repairs at Halifax, both submarines survived the Halifax Explosion without damage. The Royal Canadian Navy then devised a plan to utilize the two subs in anti-submarine training exercises for surface vessels.