Canadian Army Reservists to Conduct Training throughout Atlantic Canada
News Release
May 11, 2016 – Halifax – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
Over one hundred Canadian Army (CA) Reservists serving with 36 and 37 Canadian Brigade Groups will conduct training throughout the Atlantic Provinces from May 13 to 15, 2016. This training is a key part of the annual readiness verification conducted by all Army Reserve units in order to maintain a high degree of operational readiness.
A vital link to Canadian communities, 36 and 37 Canadian Brigade Groups consist of predominantly part-time Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members who contribute to the defence and security of Canada. The role of the Canadian Army Reserve is to deliver a professional part-time force that provides local engagement and a responsive integrated capability, at home or abroad, in support of the Canadian Army’s mandate.
The Army Reserve is a robust, well-trained, predominantly part-time force with units throughout Canada. It will remain a key component to the CAF’s ability to meet Canada’s security and defence needs in the future.
These exercises contribute to the operational readiness of the Canadian Armed Forces. Operational readiness allows the CAF to meet the likely tasks that the Government of Canada could assign.
Quotes
“The reservists who serve with 5th Canadian Division work tirelessly to ensure that they are fit and ready to provide the excellent level of service on which they have built a solid reputation. The Canadian Army of Atlantic Canada has never failed to assist when called upon - whether in domestic operations or on expeditionary operations abroad. Exercises such as these are part of the robust training cycle that allows us to maintain our high standards of readiness.”
Brigadier-General J.F. Camsell, Deputy Commander, 5th Canadian Division
“As members of the Canadian Armed Forces team, soldiers from 36 Canadian Brigade Group continually train to achieve a high level of readiness. These exercises develop our common soldier skills, ensuring that we are always ready to serve in whatever capacity is required.”
Colonel Shawn Hale, Commander, 36 Canadian Brigade Group
Quick Facts
The list of exercises is as follows:
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The Nova Scotia Highlanders — Exercise TARTAN TARGET II - The Nova Scotia Highlanders will conduct weapons training at the Debert Rifle Range and navigation training in the McCallum Settlement area.
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1st Battalion, The Royal Newfoundland Regiment — Exercise THUNDER BOLT II - The Royal Newfoundland Regiment will participate in rifle training at the Cambrai Range in Newfoundland.
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The Prince Edward Island Regiment (Royal Canadian Armoured Corps) — Exercise TARGET SADDLE - The Prince Edward Island Regiment will conduct weapons training at Alexandria Point, Alexandria, PEI.
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37 Service Battalion — Exercise TREK FUNDY 16 - 37 Service Battalion will practice convoy operations with a road move exercise travelling through Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, passing through numerous local communities.
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Contacts
Captain Marc Greatti
5th Canadian Division Public Affairs
Phone: 902-427-0239
Email: marc.greattiA@forces.gc.ca
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