The Use of Herbicides at CFB Gagetown from 1952 to Present Day

The Government of Canada is committed to identifying and reporting on facts surrounding the use of Agent Orange, Agent Purple and other herbicides during the specific test periods in June 1966 and June 1967. It is also committed to identifying and reporting on facts surrounding the use of all herbicides sprayed at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Gagetown from 1952 to present day. This approach is based on historic and scientific research that will gather a clear and consistent set of facts and allow the Government of Canada to make responsible decisions on future action.

As part of this process, the government has developed an approach to identifying military and civilian personnel who were present at CFB Gagetown during the testing of Agent Orange, Agent Purple, and other herbicides during the specific periods in June 1966 and June 1967. In addition, the Government is committed to identifying military and civilian personnel who were present during the eight to 12 weeks per year when spraying of herbicides occurred each summer from 1952 to present.