Force Planning Scenario Descriptions

The scenario-based capability planning process enables the Canadian Forces (CF) to better analyse future requirements and thus assist in the development of an appropriate force structure. The Force Planning Scenarios are used to:
- assess risk;
- describe operational considerations, resource requirements, and other influencing factors; and
- rationalize capability requirements.
While the scenario framework is still in development, eleven scenarios have been outlined which span the spectrum of conflict and operations envisioned for the CF. The scenarios will continuously evolve to ensure they reflect the strategic environment and Canada's defence perspectives.

Scenarios - Executive Summary	Full Version
1. Search and rescue in Canada	document
2. Disaster relief in Canada	document
3. International humanitarian assistance	document
4. Surveillance/control of Canadian territory and approaches	document
5. Evacuation of Canadians overseas	document
6. Peace support operations (Peacekeeping)	document
7. Aid of the civil power/Assistance to law enforcement agencies	document
7. a. Chemical Weapon Variant	n/a
8. National sovereignty/interests enforcement	document
9. Peace support operations (Peace enforcement)	document
9. a. Failed State Variant	n/a
10. Defence of North America	document
10. a. Radiological Weapon Variant	n/a
10. b. Cyber Attack Variant	n/a
11. Collective Defence	document

Descriptions - Departmental Force Planning Scenarios (FPS)