What Stories Are Hidden Inside The Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence?

In this episode of The Backroads Bill Podcast, Bethany and Maya from the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence join the conversation to explore the stories, artifacts, and technology behind North Bay’s unique military history.

From the Cold War and NORAD to the underground complex, radar stations, fighter aircraft, and early air defence technology, the episode looks at how North Bay became deeply connected to Canada’s aerospace defence story.

0:00 Intro

5:52 A Century of Air Defence History

13:34 Artifacts From War to Cold War

20:47 Hands-On Cold War Technology

42:35 Why This Museum Matters