The 15 Wing Moose Jaw Auxiliary Security Force and Canadian Armed Forces Military Police are conducting base security training this week and are advising the public of increased security presence, possible slowdowns on 9th Avenue, and strict ID requirements for base entry.
"We want to avoid rumours, basically, so we want to assure the public that this is just a normal training. It's carefully planned, we conduct these exercises once or twice a year to maintain the operational proficiency of our members," said Captain Jean Doyon, the public affairs officer for 15 Wing.
"People may see delays on 9th Avenue, and personnel with rifles, so we want to make sure there are no surprises for anyone."
The base is advising that all contractors, suppliers, and visitors on the Wing will be required to show valid government-issued photo identification. In accordance with National Defence Security Orders and Directives, Canadian Armed Forces members and Department of National Defence employees will also be required to show their National Defence identification cards at the gate.
Captain Doyon said the exercise may generate more traffic than usual on 9th Avenue South West and pose time delays near the intersection of Bushell Park and 15 Wing. Drivers are requested to slow down and to be careful and courteous when approaching the intersection.
Building or zone access cards are not identification cards and will not be accepted. Individuals without proper identification will not have access to the premises of the base.
As part of the training, members of the public can expect to see security personnel carrying rifles near the fence lines and gates of 15 Wing. Royal Canadian Air Force exercises and training events are carefully planned and closely controlled for public safety.
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