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Minister McGuinty Concludes Poland Visit, Advancing Defence Cooperation

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a successful visit to Poland, where he attended the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO). With Canada serving as MSPO’s
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FedDev Ontario Opens Expanded Tariff Response Funding for Businesses

FedDev Ontario announced that applications are now being accepted for expanded support through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) in southern Ontario. This includes the provision of liquidity support to

CAE and WB Electronics Sign MOU at MSPO 2026 for Drone Training

CAE and WB Electronics, a leading company in Poland's defence sector specializing in advanced technologies, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at MSPO 2026. The agreement marks

COVE and Communitech Join Forces to Accelerate Dual-Use Tech Innovation

COVE announced a new collaboration with Communitech in Kitchener-Waterloo. This strategic relationship focuses on accelerating the development and market adoption of transformative technologies by bridging regional expertise and strengthening connections

Minister McGuinty to Advance Defence Ties with Poland at MSPO 2026

Minister of National Defence, will travel to Poland from September 7 to 8, 2026 to attend the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO), where he will be joined by the Honourable

Inuit-Led Partnership Delivers Icebreaker Nordica to Canadian Arctic

Qikiqtaaluk Horizon Arctic Services (QHAS) welcomed the Polar Class 3 icebreaker, MSV Nordica, to Canada, marking a significant milestone in efforts to increase the Canadian Coast Guard's operational capacity and

Canada Concludes 28th Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, marked the conclusion of the 28th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference, co-hosted by Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General
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Base Camp Connect and Marconi Partner for CAF Tactical Communications

Base Camp Connect and Marconi Technologies announced a strategic partnership to deliver a combined tactical communications solution to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The partnership brings together two Canadian companies
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Canada Turns to Homegrown Drones for Arctic Defence and Sovereignty

Canada is moving to put more of its military drone capability in domestic hands, seeking Canadian-built surveillance aircraft and cargo-delivery systems as Ottawa confronts a harsher security environment in the

Tulmar Safety Systems Selected for Team Canada Delegation to MSPO 2026

Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. has been selected by Global Affairs Canada to participate in the official Team Canada delegation to the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in Kielce, Poland,
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Nuuk and Nunavut Ports Sign Arctic Maritime Cooperation Agreement

The Port of Nuuk and the proponents of Nunavut deepwater port projects have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation between maritime infrastructure assets in Greenland and Nunavut.
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GSTS Rebrands as OCIANA to Deliver Predictive Maritime Intelligence

Global Spatial Technology Solutions (GSTS), a global maritime intelligence company, is rebranding as OCIANA®, unifying the company under the name of its flagship maritime intelligence platform.

AtkinsRéalis Appoints John Edelman as as Vice-President, Defence, Canada

AtkinsRéalis has appointed John Edelman, a veteran of the Canadian defence industry, as Vice-President, Defence, Canada. Based in Ottawa, he will lead AtkinsRéalis’ Defence activities across the country, as the

NEO Battery Wins First Direct Order from ROK Army for Drone Packs

NEO Battery Materials Ltd. announced a series of commercial and strategic developments across its drone and defense battery business, including its first direct supply order from the Republic of Korea
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MDA Space Establishes Launchpad Ventures to Invest in Canadian Space and Defence

MDA Space LaunchPad Ventures is focused on helping Canadian innovators scale solutions that equip, sustain, and modernize the Canadian Armed Forces and Allied Forces. The program has identified 25 focus

Canada’s $118M Kongsberg Deal Exposes Anti-Tank Gap in Armoured Fleet

The agreement represents another step in the Army’s effort to modernize its vehicle fleet, but also exposes a larger problem: Canada still needs a more substantial modern anti-armour capability if

Canada’s Corvette Gamble: Could Germany Help Build the RCN’s Next Warship Fleet?

The Royal Canadian Navy’s next surface combatant may be smaller than a frigate, but the strategic problem it is being asked to solve is anything but small. As Canada moves

Genoa Design Appoints Laurie Balan as CEO as Gina Pecore Retires

Genoa Design International announced that Laurie Balan has been appointed Chief Executive Officer as Gina Pecore retires from the role following a planned leadership transition.

 ITPS Canada Achieves NATO Flight Training Europe Accreditation

ITPS Canada Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, the International Test Pilots School (ITPS) and the International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC), has achieved accreditation under NATO Flight Training Europe (NFTE), following

Operation NANOOK NUNAKPUT Launches to Secure Arctic Archipelago

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have launched Operation NANOOK‑NUNAKPUT, taking place until September 25 in and around Resolute Bay, Nunavut.
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Canada Begins $871M Infrastructure Upgrades at CFB Gagetown

Canada marks start of major infrastructure upgrades at 5th Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown David Myles, Member of Parliament for […]

Kongsberg to Deliver Remote Weapon Systems for Canadian Army ACSVs

KONGSBERG has signed a contract with General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada (‘GDLS-Canada’) valued at NOK 1.1 billion for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 Remote Weapon Systems. These systems will be integrated

MSPO 2026: Canada Leads Record-Breaking Defence Expo in Poland

The 34th International Defense Industry Exhibition will take place from 8 to 11 September 2026 at Targi Kielce (Poland); even ahead of the trade show's launch, this year’s MSPO has
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Canada Awards $11B Shipbuilding Contract to Davie for Six Icebreakers

Canada will invest more than $11 billion to build six new program icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard in partnership with Chantier Davie Canada Inc. This historic investment grows Canada’s

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