The Examination Unit

This website explores the National Research Council's Examination Unit and intelligence missions throughout World War II. The Examination Unit was a civilian office in Ottawa which sought to decode enemy signals and communications for the Allied Forces. Although it was a small operation compared to other countries, the Examination Unit was a vital part of the Canadian and global war effort.

While navigating this website, it is recommended to begin by listening to "Examining the Examination Unit" podcast that can be found here. The other pages are meant to act as additional content to expand on what is covered in the podcast. Continue clicking to learn more about the creation of the Examination Unit, employees who worked there, decryption efforts, and more!