CDR News Line
20.12.2023
Landing Zones Canada and Airbus Defence & Space Sign Cooperation Agreement
Landing Zones Canada Inc. (LZC) and Airbus Defence and Space are proud to announce a ground-breaking Cooperation Agreement that leverages the extensive expertise of both organizations in designing, developing, and employing high-performance Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) for live
20.12.2023
Canada to Participate in United States-led Operation PROSPERITY GUARDIAN
Canada will participate in Combined Maritime Forces’ (CMF) Op PROSPERITY GUARDIAN, a United States-led operation announced by the Secretary of Defense, Lloyd J. Austin III. The operation has been stood up to protect the free flow of commerce and safety of navigation into the Red Sea and Western
20.12.2023
Team SkyGuardian Awarded RPAS Contract
The Government of Canada has signed a contract to purchase a fleet of MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI). The order includes the associated Certified Ground Control Stations and support equipment from GA-ASI. The
18.12.2023
Royal Canadian Navy ships return from deployment to the Indo-Pacific region
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence, Marie-France Lalonde, was at CFB Esquimalt to welcome the ships home from deployment and to thank the sailors and aircrew for their service.
15.12.2023
Minister Blair Announces Canada will be Sending Helicopters to Latvia Under Op REASSURANCE
Minister Blair reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to significantly strengthen its military presence in Latvia to support NATO’s deterrence and defence efforts. 
14.12.2023
Minister Blair appoints Michelle Douglas as the CAF’ Honorary Colonel for Professional Conduct and Culture
The Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Bill Blair, has appointed Michelle Douglas as the Canadian Armed Forces’ first Honorary Colonel for Chief, Professional Conduct and Culture.

11.12.2023
BlackBerry Appoints John Giamatteo as CEO
BlackBerry Limited announced the appointment of John J. Giamatteo as its new Chief Executive Officer and as a member of its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Richard (Dick) Lynch, who has served as interim Chief Executive Officer since November 4, 2023, will continue as Board Chair. 
09.12.2023
RCN's fifth AOPS HMCS Frédérick Rolette has officially launched
The Royal Canadian Navy’s fifth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS), the future HMCS Frédérick Rolette, was launched on December 9, 2023, at Halifax Shipyard.
06.12.2023
Airbus announces Canadian H160 type certification
Airbus Helicopters has received Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) type certification of the H160 helicopter, positioning the aircraft type for entry into the Canadian market.
05.12.2023
Seaspan and Genoa Partner on CCG’s Future Polar Icebreaker
Genoa Design International of Newfoundland and Labrador and Seaspan Shipyards of British Columbia, signed a contract related to the construction of Canada’s new Polar Icebreaker. The deal will see Genoa provide 3D modeling and design technology services for the program, resulting in up to 100
05.12.2023
Canada extends Top Aces’ Contracted Airborne Training Services (CATS) contract valued at $331M
The Government of Canada announces contract amendment for air combat training services. In support of its defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) receive the training they need to do their work and
05.12.2023
Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have confirmed that the grave of a previously unknown First World War soldier in Courcelette British Cemetery in Courcelette, the Somme, France, is that of Company Sergeant-Major Alexander McVean. The identity was confirmed
04.12.2023
HMNZS Te Mana successfully conducts Initial Test Firing with new capability
HMNZS Te Mana successfully conducts Initial Test Firing with new capability following integration of Canadian-developed CMS 330 Combat Management System. Lockheed Martin Canada integrated the CMS 330, as well as a new suite of sensors and weapons.
01.12.2023
Vard Marine Inc. Welcomes Terragon Environmental Technologies Inc. into the Vigilance Preferred Suppliers Program
Vard Marine Inc. (VARD) launched the Vigilance Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) at CANSEC 2023 in conjunction with Team Vigilance partner companies Heddle Shipyards, Thales Canada, SH Defence, and Fincantieri.
30.11.2023
It’s Official – Canada Buys the P-8A Poseidon
The Government of Canada has officially announced its plans to replace its fleet of CP-140 Auroras with Boeing’s P8-A Poseidon. The announcement comes a day after it was reported that officials from the Department of National Defence quietly fast-tracked the removal of the Aurora aircraft from

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