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01.02.2024
Hanwha Strengthens Ties with Canada, Showcases Advanced Defense Capabilities to Canadian Defense Think Tank
Hanwha Ocean and Hanwha Aerospace presented their state-of-the-art defense technologies to Dr. David Perry, President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI), who visited Hanwha facilities from January 23-24. 
31.01.2024
Czech Republic Joins the F-35 Lightning II Global Team
The Czech Republic government signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) making official its intent to procure 24 Lockheed Martin 5th Generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft. 
31.01.2024
Saab and MBDA to strengthen co-operation
Sweden and France have expressed their desire to strengthen their defence co-operation under a new strategic partnership signed on 30 January as part of French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Sweden.
30.01.2024
Canadian Armed Forces concludes Summary Investigation into 2022 vehicle accident at Royal Military College
The CAF has concluded the Summary Investigation into the incident that occurred at the Royal Military College of Canada on April 29, 2022, where four fourth-year officer cadets tragically lost their lives. 
30.01.2024
KF Aerospace Secures Exclusive North American Distribution for Grob Aircraft SE
Canadian aerospace firm reaches deal with German manufacturer on marketing, sale and lease of products and training services
25.01.2024
Canada set to participate in NATO Exercise STEADFAST DEFENDER 2024
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is set to participate in the largest NATO exercise in decades that will serve to rehearse NATO’s Deterrence and Defence plans to counter threats to the Euro-Atlantic area.

25.01.2024
Google Canada commits $1.3 million to bolster Quebec's cybersecurity ecosystem and launches cybersecurity education certificate
The company will provide a $1.3 million Google.org grant to the Multidisciplinary Institute for Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience (IMC2). At the same time, Google will launch the Google Cybersecurity Certificate in French.
25.01.2024
Starting gun sounds for Germany’s advanced short- and very short-range air defence system – development contract awarded
Germany’s military procurement agency, the Federal Office for Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw), signed a development contract with the Short- and Very Short-Range Air Defence System Consortium (ARGE NNbS) for the “Air Defence System, Short- and Very
23.01.2024
Minister Blair announces new military donations for Ukraine at the 18th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group
The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, participated virtually in the 18th Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) meeting. The meeting brought together representatives from more than 50 countries, who reaffirmed their commitment to providing Ukraine with the critical
23.01.2024
Thales Canada Named a Top Employer for Young People
Canada’s Top 100 Employers competition, a benchmark of the country’s best workplaces, has recognized Thales as a Top Employer for young Canadians. With Canadian operations spanning from coast to coast, Thales is committed to building a safer, greener, more inclusive world. 
23.01.2024
Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen
The militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, at the direction of their respective governments with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, and the Netherlands, conducted an additional round of proportionate and necessary strikes against 8 Houthi targets in Yemen in response to the
23.01.2024
InVeris Training Solutions Announces the Launch of Next Generation Virtual Reality Training System
InVeris Training Solutions, the leading provider of technology-driven training solutions for defense forces, law enforcement agencies and commercial shooting range owners around the globe, annouced the relaunch of its world-famous fats® product line with fats® VR(Virtual Reality).
18.01.2024
Vard Marine Inc. Welcomes GeoSpectrum Technologies Inc. into the Team Vigilance Preferred Suppliers Program
At CANSEC 2023, Vard Marine Inc. (VARD), a Fincantieri company, proudly launched VIGILANCE, as their solution to replace the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) Kingston Class Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels (MCDV) under pillar two of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. In conjunction with Team
18.01.2024
COTA Aviation Awarded Contract to Replace Galley’s on Canada's Victoria-Class Submarines
COTA Aviation (COTA) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract following a competitive tender to design and deliver new modern galley facilities for Canada's four Victoria-Class Submarines (VCS).
17.01.2024
Canada takes Command of Combined Task Force 150
Canada assumed command of Combined Task Force 150 (CTF 150) from France at a ceremony held earlier today in Bahrain. Captain (Navy) Collin Matthews of the Royal Canadian Navy has assumed command of the multinational coalition tasked with conducting maritime security operations and capacity

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