May 24, 2024 – Petawawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
Residents of Mansfield-et-Pontefract, Fort Coulonge and Portage du Fort are advised that personnel from the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command will be conducting training in the vicinity of Davidson Mill on May 29 and Chenaux Dam on May 30, 2024.
At both locations, residents may notice an increase in military and civilian pattern vehicles, as well as uniformed military personnel with firearms, both day and night. Near Davidson Mill, residents may see and hear noises associated with military helicopters, drones, and high-flying jets. Residents may hear noises associated with explosives and small firearms throughout the day and night.
The Canadian Special Operations Forces Command is grateful for the support and understanding of the communities within which it conducts valuable training.
Contacts:
Lieutenant (Navy) Melanie Aqiqi
Canadian Special Operations Forces Command
Canadian Armed Forces
Email: melanie.aqiqi@forces.gc.ca
Media Relations
Department of National Defence
Email: mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca
