Canadian Rangers

Canadian Ranger on snowmobile

The Canadian Rangers are a sub-component of the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve. They provide patrols and detachments for national-security and public-safety missions in sparsely settled northern, coastal and isolated areas of Canada.

About the Rangers

The Canadian Rangers are the military’s eyes and ears in the north.

Organization

The Rangers are organized into five Canadian Rangers Patrol Groups that cover distinct geographical areas.

Training

Canadian Ranger training is flexible and varies from patrol to patrol and from one area of the country to another.

Photos

Have a look at some of the best Ranger photos in our photo gallery!