3 d. ago Bombardier CEO eager to grow defence segment amid military spending pledge

TORONTO — Bombardier Inc.’s CEO sees opportunities from government procurement for Canada’s military, as the Montreal-based industrial firm positions itself more toward the defence side of its portfolio. Speaking at the Canadian Club in Toronto today, Eric Martel says he thinks Bombardier will continue to be known for its business jets, but that Bombardier Defence, […]

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5 d. ago Today's letters: Canada's military is in very poor condition

Tuesday, Sept. 9: Choosing between Latvia and Ukraine shows how much the Armed Forces have weakened in the past few decades, a reader says. You can write to us at letters@ottawacitizen.com

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6 d. ago Missing Canadian soldier on NATO mission in Latvia found dead

Warrant Officer George Hohl was deployed on Operation Reassurance as part of the Aviation Battalion under the NATO Multinational Brigade-Latvia

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2 w. ago Canada joins allies for military drills off disputed South China Sea shoal

The Philippines said the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Ville de Quebec joined Philippine and Australian warships and aircraft for drills near the Scarborough Shoal.

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2 w. ago Carney extends Canada’s military mission in Latvia by three years to 2029

There are now 2,000 Canadian Armed Forces troops in Latvia as part of Operation Reassurance, which is Canada's largest overseas mission

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2 w. ago Canada extending military mission in Latvia to ‘deter’ Russia, Carney says

Carney's office says there are now 2,000 Canadian Armed Forces troops in Latvia as part of Operation Reassurance, which is Canada’s largest overseas mission.

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2 w. ago Draganfly Uniquely Positioned to Support Canada’s New $2 Billion Military Commitment to Ukraine with Advanced Drone and Tactical Capabilities

Saskatoon, SK, Aug. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an industry-leading developer of drone solutions and systems, today provided insight into its unique positioning to support Canada’s newly announced $2 billion military aid package to Ukraine, which includes over $220 million dedicated to drone, […]

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2 w. ago In Kyiv, Carney not ruling out Canadian troops in Ukraine if peace deal reached

PM said Canada doesn't think it is 'realistic' that Ukraine's military alone would be enough for a security guarantee

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2 w. ago Drones, armoured vehicles part of Canada’s $2B military aid package for Ukraine

Canada details $2B Ukraine aid including drones, arms, and $31M for reconstruction and digital resilience, as PM ark Carney visits Kyiv on Independence Day.

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2 w. ago Number of female Canadian soldiers on UN peacekeeping missions craters

Canada has just two female military peacekeepers deployed with the UN, sparking concern it’s failing its own goals on women’s participation in peacekeeping.

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3 w. ago Canada’s top soldier joins NATO talks on potential Ukraine peace plan

OTTAWA — The head of Canada’s military spoke with other top soldiers across the NATO alliance Wednesday, as they seek options for upholding peace in Ukraine if a ceasefire comes into force. Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Jennie Carignan was among those who took part in a virtual discussion with her counterparts from 32 […]

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