National Defence

Meet us at the Aerospace Defence and Security Expo 2026! 🗓️ Aug. 6-7 📍@tradexbc in @City_Abbotsford Find PacifiCan in the Exhibit Hall and learn how we connect #BC companies to defence supply chain opportunities ➡️ ow.ly/vC2z50ZlncE @AIAC_News #ADSE2026

📢 The @NationalDefence / #NSERC supplemental funding award encourages highly advanced training and research in fields relevant to national defence for the benefit of Canada. Learn more in IMPACT ▶️ n4.nserc-impact.ca/11

Today, the Government of Canada unveiled its first net-zero-emissions-ready apartments for Canadian Armed Forces members at CFB Edmonton. canada.ca/en/department-…

As part of #BOREALIS, Defence Minister David J. McGuinty announced a DISH launching in Mirabel today that will develop, test, and validate uncrewed systems for defence applications. #DefenceInnovation canada.ca/en/department-…

Canada and Portugal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Aeronautical Search and Rescue (SAR) Cooperation, reinforcing a long-standing partnership in North Atlantic SAR operations. canada.ca/en/department-…

Congratulations! Through #DefenceMINDS, the Network for Strategic Analysis will provide expertise on the transformation of the international order and its implications for Canada’s defence policy. canada.ca/en/department-… #MINDS

On July 14, media are invited to the YMX Innovation Centre, where Minister McGuinty will make an announcement related to strengthening Canada’s defence innovation ecosystem and supporting CAF capabilities. canada.ca/en/department-…

🧠📊 Pavel Andreev and a team of researchers @uOttawa are developing a system to enhance the readiness and responsiveness of the @CanadianForces. Learn more in IMPACT ▶️ n4.nserc-impact.ca/9 #NSERCsupport

Congratulations, Triple Helix! Through #DefenceMINDS, this network will improve how the DND/CAF communicates its capability and tech needs to industry in support of the Defence Industrial Strategy. canada.ca/en/department-… #MINDS

A Canadian soldier of the First World War, Private Albert (Bert) Henry Detmold, was laid to rest with military honours at Loos British Cemetery, Loos-en-Gohelle, France, today. canada.ca/en/department-…

Minister McGuinty has concluded a successful visit to Türkiye for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Leaders Summit. During the Summit, the Minister reaffirmed Canada’s strong commitment to NATO, collective defence, and transatlantic security. canada.ca/en/department-…

Canada’s commitment to invest 5% of GDP in defence by 2035 reinforces our security, sovereignty, and NATO role, while strengthening the @CanadianForces with the people, equipment, and capabilities it needs. #NATOSummit

We jointly announce that Canada is joining Denmark and Latvia as the third Framework Nation for Multinational Division North. canada.ca/en/department-…

⚗️🛡️ James Hogan and his team at @uAlberta are developing advanced, Canadian-made ceramic armour to protect light armoured vehicles against modern, medium-calibre threats. In IMPACT ▶️ n4.nserc-impact.ca/9

Today, HMCS Moncton and Edmonton departed their homeport of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to deploy on Op REASSURANCE, where they will join Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One. canada.ca/en/department-…

Borders cannot be redrawn by force. At this year’s @NATO Summit, Canada and our NATO Allies will reaffirm our support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. #StandWithUkraine #WeAreNATO

Today’s announcement of TKMS as the Preferred Supplier is an important milestone in the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. We look forward to starting negotiations to finalize the agreement and secure delivery of the first 4 subs by 2034.

ICYMI Our 2025-26 Annual Report is live. Real results for Canadians – from countering cyber threats to helping protect Canadians online. cse-cst.gc.ca/en/accountabil… #CyberSecurity

Milestone reached for the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability. ✅ On July 2, the first CC-330 Husky completed its first test flight in Spain, allowing teams to assess design, performance, and safety. canada.ca/en/department-…

Today, Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the members of the newly established External Ministerial Advisory Committee on Anti-Black Racism. canada.ca/en/department-…