P.E.I. military rifle range temporarily closed for safety issues A number of repairs need to be made, and a more thorough inspection will happen around early August. Social Sharing CBC News · Posted: Jul 21, 2021 7:33 PM AT | Last Updated: July 21 The Alexandra Point Rifle Range has been used by the military since the Second World War. (Kirk Pennell/CBC) The Canadian Armed Forces has temporarily closed its rifle range on Prince Edward Island for safety reasons. Following an inspection last November, safety issues at the Alexandra Point Rifle Range east of Charlottetown were identified, said Capt. Jamie Donovan, senior public affairs officer at 5th Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown in New Brunswick.