Canada to Build Electronic Warfare Compound in Ontario

The Canadian Department of Defence is investing in the construction of a new electronic warfare facility at Canadian Forces Base Kingston in Ontario.

The 98-million Canadian dollar ($68.3 million) initiative aims to build “one secure compound” to house critical support operations and bolster collaborations between the military’s electronic warfare teams.

The installation will encompass 8,350 square meters (89,879 square feet) and receive a two-story layout with spaces for administrative and training purposes and an on-site solar power generator to support Ottawa’s federal target of net-zero emissions by 2050.

Kingston-based Colbourne & Kembel Architects Inc. will provide the center's design, and construction is expected to support about 150 opportunities in the region.

Upon its launch in 2028, the facility will be supervised by 21 Electronic Warfare Regiment, a combined reserve and regular force group responsible for foreign data interception and analysis, integration of satellite, broadband, and radio, as well as surveillance and reconnaissance assistance.

It will also have parking and bays for electronic warfare, logistics, mobile repair, and armored combat support vehicles, improving Canadian Forces Base Kingston’s position as the “first line maintenance on vehicle fleets for decades to come.”

“This new facility represents a critical investment in the future of the Canadian Armed Forces,” Canadian Parliament Member Mark Gerretsen stated.

“By strengthening our electronic warfare capabilities, we are better equipped to meet the demands of the modern security environment.”

“This project not only enhances our security but also delivers meaningful economic benefits by supporting local jobs and contributing to economic growth in Kingston.”