• Four men arrested in Canada for allegedly plotting an anti-government militia.
• Seized items include firearms, explosives, and military equipment.
• Suspects reportedly participated in military-style training and scouting missions.
• Investigation revealed the group planned to forcibly seize land.
• Two of the suspects are active members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Canadian police have arrested and charged four men, including active members of the Canadian Armed Forces, for allegedly plotting to create an anti-government militia. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) stated that the suspects intended to "forcibly take possession of land" in the Québec City area, with activities stretching from June 2021 to January 2024, encompassing military-style training and illegal possession of firearms and explosives according to BBC and LA Times.

Among those arrested are Marc-Aurèle Chabot, 24, Raphaël Lagacé, 25, and Simon Angers-Audet, 24, all charged with facilitating terrorism and related offenses. A fourth suspect, Corporal Matthew Forbes, 33, faces additional charges related to the illegal ownership of firearms and military equipment. Seizures from the investigation included 16 explosive devices and approximately 11,000 rounds of ammunition, highlighting the group's significant stockpile, according to India Times and CBS News.

Investigators reported that the suspects engaged in military training exercises, which included shooting, ambush tactics, survival, and navigation. They also conducted scouting operations to further their alleged aims. Notably, one of the suspects utilized a private Instagram account to recruit new members, indicating a structured approach to expanding their group, as revealed by LA Times and India Times.

The RCMP described the case as involving ideologically motivated violent extremism, with evidence suggesting the group had plotted to establish a community north of Québec City. Charges against the suspects reflect serious implications for public safety and highlight rising concerns regarding military involvement in extremist activities, according to BBC, LA Times, and CBS News.