Land Force Central Area - Dept of National Defence



Land Force Central Area - Dept of National Defence

September 20, 2012 15:06 ET

Media Advisory: Soldier's Cup Puts Soldiers to the Test

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Sept. 20, 2012) - Media are invited to observe competitors of this year's Canadian Forces Small Arms Concentration (CFSAC) Soldier's Cup competition. Competing soldiers from across Canada run through an obstacle course, finishing with shooting and advancing to targets on the range. The winning team will go on to represent Canada in Australia at their International Military Marksmanship competition. Competitors will be available for interviews following the course.

When: Friday, the 21st of September, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.
Where: Connaught Ranges and Primary Training Centre (CRPTC), Nepean, Ontario.

Directions to CRPTC: Take Highway 417 to the Moodie exit in Nepean. Follow Moodie north to Carling Ave., then turn left heading west on Carling Ave. to Rifle Rd. The Ranges are clearly marked with a large DND sign. Turn right and follow the road for 2 km and then veer left at the NCR sign of Shirley's Bay Park. Proceed through the gate and report to range control on the right.

Note to Editors/News Directors:

This event is not open to the general public.

For general queries on the Canadian Forces contact the Media Liaison Office at: 1-866-377-0811 or 613-996-2353.

Contact Information

  • If you plan on attending or for any inquries, please notify:
    Lt(N) Crystal Myers
    Public Affairs Officer
    1-416-873-2948
    Crystal.Myers@forces.gc.ca