8 Wing Trenton - General

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8 Wing Commander
Colonel Andre Deschamps

Population
The Base employs approximately 2,500 military men and women and about 450 civilians. Trenton proper has a population of 16,500 while Belleville's population is 37,000.

Financial Impact
With an annual payroll of more than $90-million, 8 Wing is the largest employer in the Quinte area.

Weather
The five day forecast for Trenton is available through the Environment Canada weather office. The 8 Wing / CFB Trenton Forecast Centre provides 8 Wing, CFB Trenton with in-depth weather analysis and forecasts.

Location

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8 Wing / CFB Trenton is located on the shore of Lake Ontario 160 km east of Toronto and 280 km southwest of Ottawa.

Located within the newly formed City of Quinte West, the nearest centre is Trenton, 3 km west of the Base. Belleville is 13 km to the east. Show MAP