The Northwest Passage is the focal point of the Canadian Armed Forces’ Northern operations in a warming Arctic
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Eyes are turning to the Arctic not just because of the evolving landscape, but for updated military objectives as well. “As the climate warms up, the Northwest Passage becomes more trafficable,” says Major Alex Gagnier, 1CER Task Force Commander. “And when it becomes more trafficable, there’s more economic interest.”Soldiers from Two Section 1 CER stand around a fire at their observation post next to the Northwest Passage. Soldiers would maintain eyes on the passage 24/7, fog and inclement weather notwithstanding.The threat of accidents and spills is increasing.
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