Canadian Soldiers Accused in Plot to Build Anti-Government Militia
In a chilling turn of events, four men—including two members of the Canadian Armed Forces—have been arrested for allegedly plotting to create an anti-government militia and forcibly seize land in the Québec City area. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced the arrests this week, saying the group had stockpiled a massive weapons cache and undergone military-style training.
Authorities allege the suspects were actively preparing for violence, with plans that included explosives, firearms, and tactical gear—all now seized. The RCMP emphasized that this was not merely talk, but a plot involving concrete actions, field exercises, and social media recruitment.
Who’s Involved in the Alleged Militia Plot?
The four men facing charges are:
Marc-Aurèle Chabot (24) and Raphaël Lagacé (25), both of Québec City
Simon Angers-Audet (24) from Neuville
Matthew Forbes (33) of Pont-Rouge
Police say Chabot, Lagacé, and Angers-Audet actively participated in shooting drills, tactical scouting, and training exercises in rural Québec. Forbes, the fourth suspect, is facing additional charges related to the possession of illegal firearms and explosive devices.
Inside the Weapons and Explosives Seizure
A January 2024 search operation by RCMP uncovered a disturbing stockpile:
16 explosive devices
83 firearms, including some prohibited weapons
Nearly 11,000 rounds of ammunition
130+ magazines
Night vision goggles and military-grade gear
Investigators believe the group was preparing for armed action, intending to seize land by force. Authorities say one suspect even used Instagram to recruit followers into the so-called anti-government militia.
The Military’s Response to Internal Extremism
In a statement following the arrests, the Canadian Armed Forces confirmed two of the suspects were active-duty soldiers. While names were not released by military officials, they acknowledged the gravity of the allegations.
“The Canadian Armed Forces is taking these allegations very seriously and has fully participated in the investigation,” the military stated.
This case adds fuel to ongoing concerns about extremism within the Canadian military ranks. A 2022 report from a military advisory panel flagged the rising presence of extremist affiliations among personnel, urging stronger monitoring and vetting mechanisms.
What’s Next for the Accused?
All four men are scheduled to appear in Québec City court on Tuesday. Charges range from facilitating terrorist activity to possession of restricted weapons and explosives.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the group’s ideological motives, but say their goal involved seizing land through armed force—a dangerous escalation that triggered swift RCMP action.
A Stark Warning
The RCMP has framed this operation as a preventive strike against domestic terrorism, reinforcing Canada’s commitment to identifying and eliminating violent extremist threats—especially within state institutions.
Stay tuned to Maple News Wire for more updates on national security, defence, and extremism in Canada.
