Exercise ARDENT DEFENDER Sharpens NATO C-IED Edge at Gagetown
ARDENT DEFENDER is a multinational counter-improvised explosive device (C-IED) Exercise hosted by Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) organization.
Volume 31 Issue 6
RCAF CF-188s – Cobra Warrior and TARASSIS
In early September, eight CF-188s from 3 Wing departed CFB Bagotville heading East across the Atlantic to the UK. The Hornets left in three waves, two waves supported by 437 Squadron CC-150 Polaris tankers and the final two jets were escorted across the Atlantic by a 435 Squadron CC-130HT, also destined for the European detachment ahead.
DATA SOVEREIGNTY, SECURITY, SUPPLY CHAINS & THE CPCSC
This Op-Ed is the fourth in a four-part series examining how to address critical supply chain challenges that directly impact the Canadian Armed Forces’ operational effectiveness and national security interests.
Getting Arctic Infrastructure Right
The need for infrastructure in Canada’s Arctic is urgent, but the execution will be complex.
Canada’s Budget ‘25 – Mark Norman
The Carney government successfully passed its first budget. Now that the dust has settled, I’d like to offer some thoughts on what this might mean for Canadian defence as we go forward.
Canada’s Bid to Join the Sovereign Launch Club
BGen Horner, an outspoken space advocate, took the time to discuss with CDR the importance of the future of Canadian space – with a particular focus on space launch capabilities.
Engineering Northern Security – Hatch
They provide services like engineering, project and construction management, process and technology development, and environmental, digital and business consulting.
CEO of MDA Space: MIKE GREENLEY
Mike Greenley, CEO of MDA Space, talked about his company and its many contributions to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).
Canada’s Quest for the Ultimate Long-Range Strike
The Long-Range Precision Strike (Land) project will equip the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with land-based long-range strike capabilities to overmatch adversarial powers. Acquisition will include mobile launcher platforms, various missiles, support vehicles to transport missiles, and training.
How Canada’s Rotary-Wing Fleet is Being Modernized for a New Security Era
CDR’s 2025 Helicopter Report is here: Modernization & sustainment of the Bell Flight CH-146 Griffon, The Boeing Company CH-147F Chinook is a key enabler for the RCAF and CAF and more.
Hanwha Ocean’s Integrated Vision for Next-Generation Submarines
Hanwha Ocean plays a central role in the Group’s overarching defence vision: to become a global integrated systems provider capable of delivering sovereign, end-to-end defence solutions across land, sea, air, and space.
LGen Michael Wright – Canadian Army Modernization
LGen Wright, Commander of the Canadian Army, discussed army modernization and plans for the future.
Why Joining Golden Dome is a Strategic Imperative
While from America’s strategic perspective, the Golden Dome is an ambitious technological leap, for Canada, it is a moment of reckoning.
BDT – Beretta Defense Technologies – Canadian Mission
Beretta Defense Technologies is strengthening small arms support and service across Canada
Defence Procurement – Defence Investment Agency
Defence Investment Agency (DIA) is a single point of contact/management for Canada’s defence procurements going forward.