Canadian Army training Thursday in Sudbury, North Bay, and Timmins
Local Canadian Army Reserve units are training in multiple locations in northern Ontario on Thursday, with most training to be done in the evening.
Taking part is the 33 Canadian Brigade Group’s Northern Tactical Group, consisting of soldiers from the Irish Regiment of Canada (Sudbury) and the Algonquin Regiment (North Bay & Timmins).
They will conduct infantry training in the following locations: Moonlight Beach (Sudbury); Laurier Woods Conservation Area (North Bay); and, Hersey Lake Conservation Area (Timmins).
“Members of the public may see Canadian Army soldiers in uniform with their service weapons, and military vehicles on local roads and highways,” the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) said in a news release Wednesday.
“No ammunition of any kind will be present. This training is practise for later activities at CAF bases and ranges and allows these units and personnel to confirm skills locally.”
The training will help ensure that reservists are ready to operate in various weather conditions and maintain fitness and stamina while carrying their equipment.
“Regular, scheduled training keeps our soldiers and units ready to respond to missions in Canada like floods and wildfires and support international stability operations with partners and allies,” CAF said.
“All Canadian Army Reserve members train regularly to maintain and further develop their skills in safe and effective operations, and to test discipline, safety, and effectiveness.”
Members of the public are asked to use extra caution when approaching military vehicles and are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.
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