Military Training Exercises Underway in Belleville and Trenton Area
- Small Town Productions
- Jun 10
- 2 min read
June 2025 – Belleville & Trenton, ON
Residents across Eastern Ontario may notice an increase in military presence this month, as members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Special Operations Forces carry out planned training exercises in the Belleville–Trenton corridor and surrounding communities.
These activities are part of routine preparedness efforts that help ensure military and emergency personnel are ready to respond to both domestic and international missions. Organizers emphasize that all exercises are conducted with safety, professionalism, and minimal disruption to the public.
1. Special Operations Training (June 11–27)
Areas Involved:
Belleville
Trenton (Quinte West)
Campbellford
Bloomfield
Picton
Tweed
Stirling
What to Expect:
Military vehicles and aircraft in local areas
Personnel in uniform or plainclothes
Simulated gunfire using blank ammunition
Controlled use of training smoke and sound effects
No live ammunition or real explosives will be used
Why It’s Happening:
To improve real-world readiness
To prepare for scenarios in unfamiliar or urban environments
To enhance coordination among military teams and local emergency services
“Only simulated and blank ammunition and explosives will be used … conducting realistic and challenging training in unfamiliar environments prepares us to serve the national interest wherever we operate." — Capt. Jennifer MacCosham, Canadian Special Operations Forces Command
2. Emergency Preparedness Drill – June 12
In a separate event, a one-day emergency response simulation will take place at a military facility near Trenton.
Agencies Involved:
CAF emergency teams
Military Police
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Hastings–Quinte Paramedics
What You Might See:
Emergency vehicles coordinating a live drill
Temporary changes to entry points at a military gate off Highway 2
No road closures are expected outside the base
This drill is designed to test emergency plans in a controlled, safe environment. There is no threat to the public.
3. For Local Residents: What You Need to Know
Safety First
All training is authorized and supervised
No live rounds or dangerous explosives are used
Exercises may take place on both public and private land (with permission)
Minimal Disruption
Activity will be visible but temporary
Some noise from simulations is possible
Traffic detours will be clearly marked, if needed
Why It’s Important
Helps military and emergency teams respond more effectively
Ensures readiness for floods, wildfires, and security operations
Builds trust and coordination with local first responders
4. Please Pass It On
If you live in or near any of the affected areas, consider sharing this information with your family, neighbours, and local organizations. Community awareness goes a long way in:
Preventing unnecessary alarm
Reducing miscommunication
Supporting those participating in these important safety exercises
Feel free to share this article online, in group chats, or by word of mouth to help keep your community informed.
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