Canadian Base Operators

North Warning System

Canadian Arctic

Jul 2, 2014
Department of National Defence
 
The North Warning System (NWS) is a joint United States and Canadian radar system for the atmospheric air defence of North America. It provides surveillance of airspace from potential incursions or attacks from across North America's polar region. CBO is part of the team that was awarded the contract on re-let in March 2014. The winning team is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the entire NWS.




Facilities Maintained
11 Long Range Radar Sites; 36 Short Range Radar Sites; 5 Logistics Support Sites; all in the North and NWS Control Centre; NWS Support Center in North Bay ON

Source: http://canadianbaseoperators.com/sites-managed/north-warning-system/