Canadian Special Operations Forces Command

The Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) is a part of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces. It is a high-readiness organization, able to deploy agile, special operations forces on very short notice on behalf of the Government of Canada in order to protect Canadians from threats at home and abroad.

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Four Malaysian soldiers dressed in black uniforms and combat gear, gas masks and carbines are climbing onto a docked ship’s gangway to board the ship, with a Canadian soldier in multicam uniform, combat gear and gas mask following close behind. The first Malaysian soldier has a black shield raised up in front of him. They are on a concrete dock by the sea.

CJIRU members recently completed Ex MANTIS 2026 in Malaysia. 12 years running, the Ex is a staple of Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy. This serial shifted focus towards a joint chemical, biological and radiological response, with tactical and technical integration of MAF elements.

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Beyond the Horizon

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A strategy for Canada’s Special Operations Forces in an evolving security environment.

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2026-04-10