Military driver training convoys planned for Ottawa, Eastern Ontario highways this weekend

Published Oct 27, 2023 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 1 minute read

Operation ‘Owl Talons’ will be out on a driver training mission this weekend Photo by Department of National Defence /Supplied

Drivers in Ottawa and elsewhere in Eastern Ontario are urged not to be alarmed if they encounter military convoys over the weekend.

The Canadian Armed Forces will be conducting convoy operations and driver training on roads and highways in the Ottawa and North Grenville areas on Saturday and Sunday.

Article content

“Exercise Owl Talons” will be conducted on highways 416, 417, 401 and others.

Advertisement 2

This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.

THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce Deachman and others. Plus, food reviews and event listings in the weekly newsletter, Ottawa, Out of Office.Unlimited online access to Ottawa Citizen and 15 news sites with one account.Ottawa Citizen ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.

SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.

Article content

The forces have established pre-planned routes between Ottawa and Mallorytown, just east of Kingston.

Personnel will conduct short stops and longer halts throughout the duration of the exercise, stopping for rest, fuel and scheduled maintenance.

Participating soldiers will not carry any weapons or ammunition, the forces reassured the public.

“This important driver training supports year-round preparations for emergencies in Canadian communities, including natural disasters like flooding and wildfires, as our members prepare to deploy in response to requests for assistance and to serve alongside community members and other first responders,” the forces said in a communiqué.

Article content

>>> Read full article>>>
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source : OttawaCitizen – https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/military-driver-training-convoys-planned-for-ottawa-eastern-ontario-highways-this-weekend