The Department of National Defence Announces the Start of Construction at the Borden Transition Centre to Support Canadian Armed Forces Members
News release
May 21, 2026 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
The Department of National Defence (DND) announces the start of construction for the new Transition Centre at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Borden.
The planned facility at CFB Borden represents an investment of approximately $37 million and will deliver a modern facility covering more than 1,200 square metres designed to support approximately 41 personnel. Construction will continue through 2027, with the new facility expected to reach full operational capability by June 2028.
DND is investing in modern, sustainable facilities to better support Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families as they transition back to duty or to civilian life.
Construction will soon begin on two other Transition Centres across Canada. These will be located on the following bases:
- 3 Canadian Division Support Base (CDSB) Edmonton in Alberta; and
- Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Shilo in Manitoba.
These new facilities will centralize transition services, including workspaces, reception areas, and meeting spaces. They will support the CAF Transition Group in delivering professional and personalized services.
The construction of the new Transition Centres supports the CAF while contributing to the Canadian economy by creating an estimated combined 80 jobs annually over six years.
Quotes
"These new Transition Centres represent our commitment to support Canadian Armed Forces members and their families with modern, sustainable facilities. They will provide the space and resources needed to support a smooth and dignified transition process."
The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence
“Transition can be one of the most significant and complex periods in a Canadian Armed Forces member’s career. These new Transition Centres are designed to bring services and partners together in one place, providing members and their families with coordinated, personalized, and accessible support throughout their transition journey.”
Brigadier-General Serge Ménard, Canadian Armed Forces Transition Group (CAF TG) Commander
Quick facts
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On March 26 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a Government of Canada investment of more than $1 billion in infrastructure and defence-related initiatives at 5 Canadian Division Support Base (5 CDSB) Gagetown in New Brunswick. This includes an investment to centralize transition services and improve support for CAF members and their families.
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The facility at 5 CDSB Gagetown cost approximately $23 million and delivers a modern 1,537 square metre building designed to support approximately 66 personnel. Construction was completed in December 2025.
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Transition Centres provide support to Canadian Armed Forces members transitioning careers, as well as those recovering from an illness or injury.
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All projects are designed to meet net-zero carbon objectives.
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Contacts
Media Relations
Department of National Defence
Phone: 613-904-3333
Email: mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca