Air Force Base • Bagotville, Quebec

CFB Bagotville

Airbase home to CF-18 Hornet fighter squadrons. Key NORAD and Canadian defence presence in Eastern Canada.

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Branch

Royal Canadian Air Force

Type

Fighter Base

Wing

3 Wing

Squadrons

425, 433 Squadrons

CFB Bagotville, also known as 3 Wing Bagotville, is a Royal Canadian Air Force base located near Saguenay, Quebec. It is home to two CF-18 Hornet fighter squadrons: 425 Tactical Fighter Squadron and 433 Tactical Fighter Squadron. The base is a critical NORAD asset, responsible for the air defence of Eastern Canada.

The nearby city of Saguenay offers a high quality of life with affordable housing, excellent schools, and access to outdoor recreation in the Saguenay Fjord region.

Being posted to CFB Esquimalt? Andrew Holenchuk and his team have helped hundreds of military families find their perfect home in Victoria.

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Why Consider Victoria

Fighter pilots and air force personnel at Bagotville may find CFB Comox or CFB Cold Lake on their next posting. Victoria offers a unique lifestyle change with its coastal climate and outdoor recreation. For those seeking a transition to the Pacific region, Andrew and his team can help you plan your move to CFB Esquimalt or CFB Comox.

FAQs

What is the housing cost difference between Saguenay and Victoria?
Housing in Saguenay is significantly more affordable. However, many families find the lifestyle benefits of Victoria worth the premium, including the mild climate, ocean access, and proximity to Vancouver and Seattle.

Planning a Move to Victoria?

Andrew Holenchuk and his team help air force families from Bagotville relocate to Victoria. Book a free consultation.

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