Joint Task Force 2 (JTF 2)

About the unit

Joint Task Force 2 (JTF 2) is an extremely high-readiness and precise special operations forces unit. JTF 2 exists to protect the Canadian national interests and combat terrorism and threats to Canadians at home and abroad.

Our responsibilities

We are developing new tactics to stay ahead of our opponents. We are also testing new technology that will be adopted by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

We are involved in a wide range of missions with various CAF internal oversight bodies to provide complimentary and unique capabilities.

We are subject to strict security measures to protect the unit and its mission. Despite those measures, the Canadian government authorizes our missions and general tasks at all times.

Our expertise

We are known for our great professionalism and discretion during operations.

We train our members to a high standard so that they can operate effectively in a very stressful environment. The reputation and respect of our unit rests on the quality and exceptional ability of our members.

Built on trust, our reputation has allowed the unit to establish effective relationships with its allied special operations forces counterparts.

History

JTF 2 was created in 1993. Prior to that, the federal responsibility for hostage rescue and counterterrorism in Canada was with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Special Emergency Response Team (SERT). After the events of 9/11, the unit was committed to the international special operations forces coalition in Afghanistan. This deployment was the first time JTF 2 was used in a major combat role outside Canada.

Join our unit

Our unit continues to accept Notice of Intents (NOIs) and applications from Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members during COVID-19.

If you are experiencing challenges submitting an NOI or completing your application, please contact us at: OTGRecruit@forces.gc.ca

We remain confident that the assessment phases for both Special Operations Assaulter (SOA) and Special Operations Coxswain (SOC) will continue this year. Amended Canadian Forces Generated (CANFORGEN) messages with updates are pending publication and will be accessible through the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) application (app) for smartphones.
These are the changes:

For Special Operations Assaulter – Regular Force (Reg F) Non-Commissioned Members (NCMs):

• Complete applications are due to Base/Wing Personnel Selection Officers no later than 29 Oct 21.

For Special Operations Assaulter – Officer:

• The advertisement is pending publication, verify it for eligibility criteria once it is released.  Candidates can start applications now.
• Complete applications are due directly to the JTF 2 Recruiting & Selection no later than 10 Dec 21.

For Special Operations Assaulter – Primary Reserve (PRes):

• The advertisement is pending publication, verify it for eligibility criteria once it is released.  Candidates can start applications now.
• Complete applications are due directly to the JTF 2 Recruiting & Selection no later than 10 Dec 21.

Special Operations Coxswains:

• At this time, we are not accepting applications.

Supporter/Specialist Employment:

• JTF 2 only accepts NOIs and applications for positions as advertised on the CANSOFCOM DWAN website.

Contact information

Public Affairs
Email: CANSOFCOMPA@forces.gc.ca