Canadian Forces Northern Area Headquarters Yellowknife
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Canadian Forces Northern Area Headquarters (CFNA HQ) Yellowknife
Canadian Forces Northern Area Headquarters (CFNA HQ for short) Yellowknife is a headquarters for the Canadian armed forces in the Northwest Territories . Its headquarters are in the Territories Capital in Yellowknife .
The Joint Task Force North , a sub-unit of Canada Command, is located at this location . This is responsible for military operations and support. Around 150 people are employed at the site. Tasks are the coordination of the military in the territories including the control of the areas of the Arctic Ocean , which belongs to Canada.
units
- 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group
- 440 Transport Squadron
- alternating cadet units