Operation Nanook, carried out in conjunction with allies, aims to ‘project force’ in a region attracting growing interest from Russia and ChinaThe winter sun hasn’t yet risen above Inuvik’s jagged horizon of black spruce trees, but already, more than 150 nervous soldiers have gathered in a community recreation centre.Tables clear of their breakfast and fingers fiddle with pens, a giddiness akin to the first day of school settles over the room. Continue reading...
Canada conducted Operation Nanook, a military exercise in the Arctic with allied nations, to project force and maintain sovereignty amidst growing interest from Russia and China. Climate change is increasing access to Arctic resources and shipping lanes, attracting adversarial nations. Canada is investing heavily in northern military infrastructure and diplomatic relations to counter these challenges.
