Museum Exhibits
​The Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence explores air defence history from the First World War, through the Second World War, into the Cold War and beyond.
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Please select a time period to read brief descriptions of the history and view images of the museum's exhibits.
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A listing of virtual exhibits is available below.
Virtual Exhibits
The temporary exhibit “Artists in CADPAT II” showcases the talent of some of the Canadian Armed Forces Imagery Technicians. This is the second iteration of an exhibit that was presented in 2016, and its popularity inspired the museum to repeat the idea.
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This exhibit is available in-person and online HERE.
UGC50: A Virtual Exhibit of North Bay's Underground Complex
In 1963, North Bay’s Underground Complex, the UGC, became officially operational and 22 Wing, then named RCAF Station North Bay, became the centre for Canadian air defence. This massive complex, a feat of engineering and technology located 600 feet underground, watched Canadian skies for 43 years until its closure in 2006.
To commemorate this unique and fascinating history, on October 1, 2013, on the 50th anniversary of the UGC’s opening, CFMAD launched the UGC50 Project – a virtual exhibit – a website that explores its history deeper than ever before.
Off Scope: Domestic Life at Canadian Radar Stations
Showcasing the unique lifestyle experienced by military members and their families at the Pinetree, Mid-Canada and DEW Line radar stations.
How families and community, festivals and events, and sports and recreation could make life in remote or isolated areas vibrant, supportive and memorable.