ALT View from inside HMCS Regina’s CH-148 Cyclone maritime helicopter, showing two aircrew members in the foreground looking out over the vast blue ocean. Far below, HMCS Regina and the Japanese ship Fuyuzuki can be seen conducting maneuvers during Exercise KADEX in the Indo-Pacific region.

ALT Promotional graphic for Operation NANOOK 2026. A Royal Canadian Air Force CH-147 Chinook helicopter is parked on a snow-covered airfield in a northern winter environment. Several Canadian Armed Forces members walk toward the rear ramp of the helicopter while blowing snow and rotor wash create a misty effect around the aircraft. Large text at the top left reads “Operation NANOOK 2026.” National Defence and Canada wordmarks appear at the bottom of the image. The scene is lit by bright winter sunlight under a clear blue sky. Infographic about Operation NANOOK. In the background, a helicopter sits on a snow-covered airfield in a northern winter environment while a line of bundled personnel walks across the tarmac amid blowing snow. A text box explains that Operation (Op) NANOOK is the Canadian Armed Forces’ signature northern operation, consisting of six activities that support the defence of Canada and security in northern regions. The text states that the operation takes place annually

ALT Infographic for Op NANOOK-NUNALIVUT, taking place from February to April 2026. The text explains that the operation demonstrates the Canadian Armed Forces’ ability to project and sustain forces in the High Arctic under harsh winter conditions, while testing new capabilities and interoperability with allies and partners. The main image shows a Royal Canadian Air Force CH-147 Chinook helicopter flying over a snow-covered Arctic landscape, kicking up blowing snow. The photo is presented within a stylized ice-crack design against a light gray background. Infographic for Op NANOOK-TAKUNIQ. The graphic states that the operation runs from July to October 2026 . The main image shows a winter forest setting where Canadian Rangers are gathered in the snow while one ranger in a red hoodie and red cap speaks to the group. The photo is displayed within a stylized ice-crack graphic design. The accompanying text explains that Op NANOOK-TAKUNIQ is a pan-domain knowledge and capability development op

ALT Infographic for Op NANOOK-NUNAKPUT, taking place from August to September 2026. The text explains that the operation focuses on increasing Canadian Armed Forces presence and surveillance along the waters of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago during the summer shipping season in cooperation with mission partners. The main image shows a crew member seated at the open side door of a helicopter, observing a coastal Arctic community and surrounding shoreline from the air. The photograph is presented within a stylized ice-crack design on a light gray background. Infographic for Op NANOOK-TUUGAALIK, taking place from June to September 2026. The graphic explains that the operation showcases the Royal Canadian Navy’s ability to maintain a presence and conduct surveillance in Canada’s North alongside partners and allies. The main image shows a large Canadian flag and a Royal Canadian Navy ensign flying over a snowy Arctic landscape. A small drone is visible in flight above the flags. The photogra

ALT Infographic for Op NANOOK-QIMAAVIVUT, taking place from July to September 2026. The text explains that the operation enhances the Canadian Armed Forces’ ability to operate across Canada’s Arctic and North by assessing infrastructure and improving the mobility, sustainment, and operational support required for future northern operations. The main image shows a Canadian Armed Forces member in cold-weather clothing working on equipment outdoors under a clear blue sky. The photograph is presented within a stylized ice-crack design on a light gray background. Infographic for Op NANOOK-TATIGIIT, taking place in October 2026. The text explains that the operation is an annual whole-of-government disaster response exercise that strengthens domestic and international Arctic partnerships to respond to security challenges and emergencies in the North. The main image shows a parachute and suspended cargo descending onto a snow-covered landscape, with an aircraft visible in the distance against a