Museum Mandate

Diefenbunker exterior entrance at sunset.

Mandate

To increase throughout Canada and the world, interest in and a critical understanding of the Cold War, by preserving the Diefenbunker as a national historic site, and operating a Cold War museum.

Vision

By showcasing Canada’s preparedness to secure the seat of government during the Cold War, the Diefenbunker creates this country’s most unique learning environment for present and future generations to better understand a critical period in world history.

Values

The shared values of the Diefenbunker are the fundamental foundation for all that it preserves, collects, presents and interprets.

We value:

  • Our status as a national historic site
  • The fact that history happened here
  • Ensuring the preservation and conservation of the artifact, for history and for public safety
  • Our relevance to the community of Carp and beyond
  • Helping various communities understand an important part of Canada’s recent history
  • Learning from the interaction of the past, the present and into the future
  • Providing opportunities to contribute and collaborate with our communities
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Museum Reports

Strategic Plans

Strategic Plan 2025–2027 (English | French)
Strategic Plan 2022–2024 (English | French)

Impact Reports

25th Anniversary Impact Report (English | French)

Annual Reports

Annual Report 2025 (English | French)
Annual Report 2024 (English | French)
Annual Report 2023 (English | French)
Annual Report 2022 (English | French)
Annual Report 2021 (English | French)
Annual Report 2020
Annual Report 2019
Annual Report 2018
Annual Report 2017
Annual Report 2016
Annual Report 2015
Annual Report 2014

Audited Financial Statements

Financial Statements 2025
Financial Statements 2024
Financial Statements 2023
Financial Statements 2022
Financial Statements 2021
Financial Statements 2020
Financial Statements 2019
Financial Statements 2018
Financial Statements 2017
Financial Statements 2016
Financial Statements 2015
Financial Statements 2014

Support our mission

We are a one-of-a-kind museum and national historic site, operating as an independent charitable organization. Your support enables us to continue preserving important history and educating present and future generations on the Cold War in Canada.