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Operations

On any given day, about 8,000 Canadian Forces members - one third of our deployable force - are preparing for, engaged in or returning from an overseas mission.

For more information on operations, please view the following websites:

  • International Operations
    Canadian Expeditionary Force Command (CEFCOM) is responsible for all international operations.
  • Domestic and Continental Operations
    Canada Command (Canada COM) is responsible for all domestic and continental operations.
  • Special Forces operations
    Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) is responsible for all special forces operations. 
  • Operational Support
    Canadian Operational Support Command (CANOSCOM) is responsible for providing support to the operational commands including but not limited to logistic, engineering, health services, communications, and military police support, etc.
Date Modified: 2008-12-10
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