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Proof and Experimental Test Establishment

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Proof and Experimental Test Establishment
Near Nicolet, Quebec in Canada
Site information
TypeMunitions and Weapons Testing
Operator Canadian Army
StatusActive
Location
Proof and Experimental Test Establishment is located in Central Quebec
Proof and Experimental Test Establishment
Location of Proof and Experimental Test Establishment
Area~20 km2 (7.7 sq mi)
Site history
In use1952[1] - Current
Test information
RemediationPartial Remediation of Lac Saint-Pierre

The Proof and Experimental Test Establishment (or PETE[2]) is a Canadian Forces military weapons testing facility located West of Nicolet, Quebec on the shore of Lac Saint-Pierre.[3]

References

  1. ^ House of Commons (6 May 1999). "House of Commons Committees ENSU (36-1) Evidence Number 120". Retrieved 2013-06-04. Set up 47 years ago
  2. ^ Public Works and Government Services Canada. "PROOF EXPERIMENTAL TEST ESTABLISHMENT". Retrieved 2013-06-04.
  3. ^ UNITED STATES ARMY TEST AND EVALUATION COMMAND. "MAJOR INTERNATIONAL R&D RANGES AND TEST FACILITIES SUMMARY OF CAPABILITIES" (PDF). Retrieved 2013-06-04.