On Saturday 27 June 2026 a ceremony unfolded in Halifax. The Canadian Army disbanded its 5th Division as the sun set over the base parade ground. Senior officers, veterans and staff gathered together. Colours were dipped. A plaque was revealed to mark the unit’s history. A final bugle call sounded as the ceremony ended.
Officials said the change forms part of a restructuring of Canada’s land forces. After years of service the 5th Division will disappear as a separate formation.