ITPS Canada to Launch Tactical Training Centre in North Bay
A new dedicated facility at Jack Garland Airport will position North Bay as a future centre of excellence for NATO and allied fighter pilot training

On June 17, 2026, the International Test Pilots School Canada, commonly referred to as ITPS Canada, publicly announced that its International Tactical Training Centre, or ITTC, is scheduled to officially begin its operations on July 6. The upcoming launch will establish the training centre's operations in North Bay, Ontario, expanding the organization's footprint.[1][2]
The training centre will operate out of a new dedicated facility situated at Jack Garland Airport. This new facility is designed to position North Bay as a future centre of excellence for NATO and allied fighter pilot training, providing specialized instruction and support for international defense partners.[1][2]



