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Former NSIA and Deputy Minister of Defence Jody Thomas, Dr. Philippe Lagassé, and former ADM (Mat) Troy Crosby discuss the DIA becoming a standalone agency under its own minister and changes to the Defence Production Act. bit.ly/439TpZP

CDA Institute Director of Scientific Research, Dr. Kevin Budning, examines Canada’s submarine procurement decision, focusing on the trade-offs between capability, delivery timelines, industrial benefits, and geopolitical alignment. @policy_mag policymagazine.ca/beyond-capabil…

Recordings from the @CDAInstitute's Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence are now available on @LEssentiel_CPAC. "Forging Strategic Partnerships" panel discussion features insights from APF Canada Senior Fellow @McKinnonDavid. Watch here: cpac.ca/public-record/…

CDA Institute Director of Scientific Research, Dr. Kevin Budning, examines Canada’s submarine procurement decision, focusing on the trade-offs between capability, delivery timelines, industrial benefits, and geopolitical alignment. @policy_mag policymagazine.ca/beyond-capabil…

"The decision is about far more than technical capability." @policy_mag Specials @CDAInstitute's @Kevinbudning with "Beyond Capability: The Strategic Calculus Behind Canada’s Submarine Procurement" bit.ly/3PedNG4 #cdnpoli #defence

Dr. Strangelove diplomacy: How the Pentagon’s symbolic defence board freeze with Canada could backfire. #cdnpoli #NORAD #CanadaUS cbc.ca/news/politics/…

Only a few hours until the #NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting hosted by our Arctic Ally Sweden 🇸🇪! 🇨🇦 Minister Anand will meet counterparts to discuss: 📌 Defence investments & path to 5% 📌 Defence industrial capacity, innovation, financing 📌 Support to Ukraine 📌 Arctic security

Former NSIA and Deputy Minister of Defence Jody Thomas, Dr. Philippe Lagassé, and former ADM (Mat) Troy Crosby discuss the DIA becoming a standalone agency under its own minister and changes to the Defence Production Act. bit.ly/439TpZP

Today, Minister McGuinty announced the candidacy of General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, for the position of Chair of the NATO Military Committee.
canada.ca/en/department-…

Excellent move by Canada to showcase its transatlantic defence commitment and build on its new credibility to seek an influential role in NATO.

Former NSIA and Deputy Minister of Defence Jody Thomas, Dr. Philippe Lagassé, and former ADM (Mat) Troy Crosby discuss the DIA becoming a standalone agency under its own minister and changes to the Defence Production Act. bit.ly/439TpZP

Canada taps Gen. Jennie Carignan as candidate for NATO's top military chair #cdnpoli #NATO cbc.ca/news/politics/…

Col (Ret'd) Charles Davies argues that Canadian procurement must move beyond the existing system to meet fast-evolving challenges. Without sustained political leadership to dismantle bureaucratic culture, Canada will continue to fall further behind. bit.ly/4dtS1Hm

The Canadian Army is planning a new “Manoeuvre Division” focused on tanks, drones, long-range artillery, and air defence , a shift toward preparing for high-intensity warfare against peer adversaries. theglobeandmail.com/canada/article…

A decision on the submarine procurement is expected this summer, with advocates for both bidders ramping up lobbying efforts with government officials. hilltimes.com/2026/05/18/aer…

This report examines the need to improve recruitment, retention, and training to support long-term economic growth, sovereignty, and maritime capability. bit.ly/4dskM66 @RoyalCanNavy @CoastGuardCAN

We will procure the CT-157 Siskin II (Pilatus PC21) for the future Snowbirds team. During the onboarding period, the RCAF will continue to support air shows and events across Canada with aircraft and personnel. canada.ca/en/department-…

Pentagon walks away from Canada-U.S. defence board Trump administration official @USWPColby says Canada 'has failed to make credible progress' on military spending cbc.ca/news/politics/…

Snowbirds grounded until early 2030s while new planes built nationalnewswatch.com/2026/05/19/cp-…

MGen Krista Brodie, CJOC Chief of Staff, recently participated as a keynote speaker at the NATO–Colombia symposium on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) in Bogota. Her participation reinforced Canada’s commitment to advancing the WPS agenda alongside Allies and partners. 🌍🤝