OTTAWA – More than 1 000 Canadian sailors, soldiers, airmen and airwomen will participate in Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), the world’s premier combined and joint maritime exercise, from June 26 to August 1, in and around the Hawaiian Islands.
“Canada has a continuing interest in the Asia-Pacific region and in Asia-Pacific issues, and our significant participation in RIMPAC 14 is a demonstration of our engagement in the region. Canada has been working to strengthen its defence relationships throughout the region and is committed to deliver on its role as a reliable and trusted security partner.”
The Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C., M.P. for Niagara Falls and Minister of National Defence
“As a Pacific nation, Canada is committed to working with our partners in the region to be ready to respond to events across the spectrum of safety, security and defence missions. This exercise provides us with an excellent opportunity to build on our readiness, and to ensure that we have the right mix of people, equipment, and resources, and the requisite training in place to meet the tasks assigned by the Government of Canada."
General Tom Lawson, Chief of the Defence Staff
“The increased occurrence of extraordinary disasters abroad and subsequent humanitarian crises means that the Canadian Armed Forces must be prepared to use their unique capabilities at all times. RIMPAC offers realistic training scenarios that enhance our ability to maintain a multi-purpose, combat-capable force that can integrate seamlessly into operations with multinational partners.”
Lieutenant-General Stuart Beare, Commander, Canadian Joint Operations Command
Related Products
- 30 -
Contacts
Media Relations
Department of National Defence
Phone: (613) 996-2353
Toll-Free: 1 866 377-0811
