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- A live-fire exercise explosion at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed at least seven people.
- The blast likely struck a gas line or well around 4 p.m. MT on Saturday.
- Chief of the Defence Staff Jennie Carignan pledged the CAF and DND to mobilize all necessary support.
- Governor General Louise Arbour said she supports military members, families and communities affected by the tragedy.