Media Opportunity for Operation NANOOK-TATIGIIT 2019

May 24, 2019 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

Media are invited to observe a simulated major wildfire emergency response during Operation NANOOK-TATIGIIT in Whitehorse from June 4 to June 5, 2019.

The purpose of this operation is to conduct a safety exercise based on a community evacuation from a wildfire, which will allow all participants to have a common emergency operating picture.

Details of Visit Opportunity

What: Simulated wildfire emergency response and evacuation training
            Interviews with participants
            Imagery opportunities

• Medium and Light Urban Search & Rescue Activities
• Joint Task Force and Wildland Fire / CAF Firefighter Briefings
• Helicopter familiarization flights demonstration
• Engagement with Premier of Yukon

Who: Canadian Armed Forces personnel, territorial and local government officials

When:  June 4 - 5, 2019

Where: Whitehorse, YT

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Notes to editor / news director: 

Military air transportation from Ottawa will be provided. Space is limited.
Accommodations in Whitehorse are the responsibility of the news agencies.
Please contact the Public Affairs Officer no later than noon EDT on May 28, 2019 to RSVP.
Administrative details will be provided following registration.