CANADIAN FORCES BASE (CFB) BORDEN
Invites you to the 2018 Canadian Armed Forces Day and Air Show
Saturday June 2nd & Sunday June 3rd
Gates and exhibits open 9 am – 5 pm
Rain or shine!
Airshow starts at 1:00
Parking is free but a donation of a non-perishable food item is appreciated
FREE EVENT SHUTTLE SERVICE!
Allandale GO Station Barrie (24 Essa Rd, Barrie)
Essa Agriplex (7505, 10th Line, Essa)
WELCOME
Welcome to the Base Borden 2018 Canadian Armed Forces Day (CAFD) & Air Show website!
Whether you live nearby, or come from afar, whether you’re a member of the public or a member of the Borden defence team, our doors will be open to all of you on June 2nd and 3rd this year!
In 2018, we celebrate 60 years of North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD), and there’s no better place to recognize this partnership that than right here in Borden, the birthplace of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Featured as part of CAFD, the airshow will include Canadian Forces demonstration teams such as the CF-18 Hornet Fighter Jet, the Snowbirds, and the SkyHawks Parachute Team pictured here.
While you’re here, we encourage you to visit all the military unit displays to learn about what we do, as the largest training base in Canada. Whether it’s vehicle technicians at the Royal Canadian Electrical Mechanical Engineering School, padres training at the Canadian Forces Chaplain School and Centre, 400 Tactical Helicopter Squadron who support the maintenance of our CH146 Griffons coming back from active duty in the Middle East and Africa, or the Regional Cadet Support Unit where CAF members support the training for over 17,000 cadets in Ontario, we celebrate a “team of teams” here at Base Borden.
We know you’ll have a great weekend and look forwarding to seeing you here!
WELCOME
Welcome to the Base Borden 2018 Canadian Armed Forces Day (CAFD) & Air Show website!
Whether you live nearby, or come from afar, whether you’re a member of the public or a member of the Borden defence team, our doors will be open to all of you on June 2nd and 3rd this year!
In 2018, we celebrate 60 years of North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD), and there’s no better place to recognize this partnership that than right here in Borden, the birthplace of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Featured as part of CAFD, the airshow will include Canadian Forces demonstration teams such as the CF-18 Hornet Fighter Jet, the Snowbirds, and the SkyHawks Parachute Team pictured here.
While you’re here, we encourage you to visit all the military unit displays to learn about what we do, as the largest training base in Canada. Whether it’s vehicle technicians at the Royal Canadian Electrical Mechanical Engineering School, padres training at the Canadian Forces Chaplain School and Centre, 400 Tactical Helicopter Squadron who support the maintenance of our CH146 Griffons coming back from active duty in the Middle East and Africa, or the Regional Cadet Support Unit where CAF members support the training for over 17,000 cadets in Ontario, we celebrate a “team of teams” here at Base Borden.
We know you’ll have a great weekend and look forwarding to seeing you here!
PERFORMERS & DISPLAYS
AIR SHOW PERFORMERS
Military
SkyHawks – Canadian Forces Parachute Team
Civilian
Canadian Harvard Aerobatic Team – 4 Plane Formation Aerobatics
Manfred Radius – Sailplane Aerobatics (Murray Kot – Cessna L-19E Birddog tow plane)
Kent Pietsch – Interstate Cadet
The Robert Hampton Gray Goodyear FG-1D Corsair
*Aircraft are subject to change.
MILITARY DISPLAYS
Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering
16 Wing & 400 Squadron invite you to view the aircraft up close!
CF-18 Hornet Fighter
CT-114 Tutor Jets
CH-146 Griffon Helicopter
Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers School
Visit the Forward Operating Base!
Try the Kiddie Commando obstacle course!
Canadian Forces Fire and Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Academy
See the Jaws of Life demonstration!
Canadian Forces Military Police Academy
Canadian Forces Health Services Training Centre
Canadian Forces Logistics Training Centre
Canadian Forces Chaplain School and Centre
Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre
Regional Cadet Support Unit
Borden Community Clubs
HISTORICAL DISPLAYS
Base Borden Military Museum & Base Borden Museum Air Force Annex
Discover early military artifacts and vintage aircraft!
(Both museums open 9 am - 5:00 pm each day)
Thank you to our Canadian Armed Forces Day and Air Show Sponsors!
Associate Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
For sponsorship details, contact Pam Brooks at (705) 424-1200 x1352 or by Email
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
General Safety Guidelines
We are committed to ensuring guests have a fun and safe family experience during this year's Base Borden Canadian Armed Forces Day & Air Show.
In order to ensure everyone's safety, we ask that you observe the following guidelines:
All forms of weapons are prohibited. All persons, vehicles and hand carried items are subject to search at anytime while on Canadian Forces Base Borden property. Narcotics, paraphernalia and alcohol are strictly prohibited. There is no tolerance for fighting or protesting. Failure to follow the rules will result in prosecution and removal.
Smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas only that are clearly marked. Smoking around aircraft and service vehicles is strictly prohibited.
There is enough grass space to accommodate several thousand people. And when you're looking up, there's not a bad seat in the house! Personal umbrellas and lawn chairs are welcome but large parasols and pop-up tents are not permitted. Large tents can easily be carried away by the wind, creating a safety hazard.
Shaded areas are rare. Please plan accordingly and be sure to bring sunscreen and hats. It may at times be noisy so consider bringing ear protection too – especially for young children.
Food and drink will be available for purchase and FREE water refills will also be available, so bring your water bottle.
No overnight parking or camping is available at the 2018 Base Borden Canadian Armed Forces Day & Air Show.
What should I bring with me to the event?
In order to ensure that you enjoy the event as much as possible, attendees are encouraged to first and foremost dress according to weather conditions.
Parking
Parking is free but a donation of a non-perishable food item is appreciated
Food
There will be a number of food vendors on the event grounds in addition to a variety of static displays and information booths. These vendors will have both food and drink available for purchase. For those who wish to bring refreshments with them, patrons are permitted to bring food and non-alcoholic beverages with them so long as they are carried in a bag or soft-sided cooler only, but please be aware that all bags and carried items are subject to search by gate security staff and additional wait times will occur.
Prohibited items:
Weapons (including, but not limited to knives, firearms, explosives, bio/radiological substances)
Coolers (larger than 2 Gallons) unless medically required
Alcoholic Beverages
Drones
Large Backpacks
Narcotics and Paraphernalia
Camera Bags (larger than 1 cubic foot)
Pop up Tents
Roller Blades, Skates, Skateboards, (kick and electric) scooters
Bicycles
Pets (service animals are admitted with hosts)
Permitted items:
Children's wagons (non-motorized)
Small Cooler (smaller than 2 gallons)
Food and Beverage (non-alcoholic)
Standard Backpack
Fanny Packs / Purses
Cell / Smart phone
Camera Bags (smaller than 1 cubic foot)
Diaper Bags
Folding Chairs and Lawn Chairs
Collapsible strollers
Wheelchairs
Hand Held Umbrellas
Handicap Authorized Scooters Only
Your full cooperation is requested at all times to ensure that everyone enjoys the 2018 Base Borden CAF Day & Air Show as much as possible.
Cameras
Are telephoto camera lenses authorized during the 2018 Base Borden CAF Day & Air Show?
Personal camera equipment, including long range telephoto lenses will not be restricted. Attendees are reminded to always stay within prescribed viewing areas, and to respect the boundaries of fellow spectators. Visitors to the Base are encouraged to enjoy the event as much as possible but to always keep safety at the top of their minds.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS CONTINUED
Where can I purchase tickets?
Tickets are available here! Click the link in the top right corner of the page. General admission tickets will also be available at the Base Borden CAF Day & Air Show entrance gates on June 2 & 3, 2018
How much are tickets?
Tickets are $15 for Adults, $8 for Seniors. We also have family packs available at a discounted rate.
May I bring my pets with me to the event?
Visitors are not permitted to bring their pets to the 2018 Borden CAF Day & Air Show. If visiting the area from out of town, we encourage you to leave your pets at home with a neighbour, friend or to an accredited and trusted kennel service and to not leave them in your parked vehicle. Service animals are permitted so long as they have proper markings and/or identification.
Vendors
Where can vendors go for information about becoming involved in the 2018 Borden CAF Day and Air Show? Please email vendors@bordenairshow.ca for food vendor information.
Shuttles and Accessible Parking
Will there be shuttles available for those with limited mobility to get from the parking areas to the entrance gates?
A limited number of disabled parking spaces will be reserved close to the entrance gate #1 for guests with a valid disabled parking placard. Once parked, you can either make your way to the entrance gate on your own, or flag down one of the many golf carts passing through the parking area. Golf carts do not constitute a shuttle service, and will be available on a first come, first served basis only. Please keep in mind once a golf cart is requested, it may take several minutes for one to pick you up; we appreciate your patience as we work to serve all guests equally.
June 2nd-3rd 2018
Please contact us with your questions.