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Operation NANOOK 12
Operation NANOOK 12 is centred on two scenario-driven events in two separate locations in Canada's high North. The first involves the deployment of land and air forces to the Western Arctic to assist the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in a security event in Tsiigehtchic, Northwest Territories. The second involves the deployment of Canadian Armed Forces land, sea, air and special operations forces to the East to the Hudson Bay/Hudson Strait and Churchill, Manitoba, to intercept a vessel of interest.
Both scenarios will underline the primary focus of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) at home to safeguard the nation, deter threats to our security, and respond to emergencies anywhere in the country. They will also help the Canadian military develop and maintain strong relationships with local authorities and indigenous populations, and reflect the unique expertise of the Canadian Rangers.
The CAF’s success in conducting large-scale operations in the North is a testament to their training, professionalism, and outstanding ability to perform in the most harsh and rugged regions of the world. Operation NANOOK 12 serves to enhance the skills of the brave soldiers, sailors and airmen and women who are dedicated to protecting Canada and Canadians.
Led by Canada Command, Operation NANOOK 12 supports a key objective of Canada’s Northern Strategy: to protect and defend Canadian sovereignty.
More than 1,250 Canadian Armed Forces personnel will be taking part in Operation NANOOK 12 from August 1 to 26, 2012.
