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Canada's aerospace and defence sectors marked several milestones this month, from progress on the RCAF's new CC-330 tanker fleet and advances in unmanned surveillance technology to investments in pilot training, wildfire response, maritime science, Arctic security, and expanded aircraft maintenance capabilities across the country.
Canada’s defence spending surge is driving new industry partnerships and training initiatives. Niagara College has launched Defence Systems Engineering programs focused on drones and autonomous systems, while Calian accelerates sovereign C5ISRT capabilities. Meanwhile, the Royal Canadian Air Force prepares for new Canadian-built Global 6500 aircraft, strengthening domestic aerospace and defence…
Industry competition is intensifying across Canada’s defence sector, from Arctic mobility vehicles vying for the Army’s DAME project to major aerospace and missile-defence developments. New partnerships, contracts, and innovation hubs highlight growing focus on sovereignty, Arctic capability, space defence, and long-term industrial benefits for Canada.
Canada’s domestic defence and space sectors are advancing with major investments and partnerships. New funding boosts sovereign launch capabilities in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, while key contracts strengthen Army training, RCAF aircrew programs, and naval water purification. International collaboration—particularly with Korea—continues to expand Canada’s strategic space and defence footprint.
Hanwha Ocean has teamed with Babcock Canada to strengthen its bid for Canada’s new submarine fleet. Babcock, a key player in Canada’s current submarine support, will provide exclusive in-service support if Hanwha wins the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. The partnership promises fast delivery and low-risk sustainment for up to 12 subs.
CAE won an Italian Air Force contract for its MQ-9A Block 5 Predator Mission Trainer Plus, developed with GA-ASI. Calian secured a $250M DND healthcare contract amendment. Galvion received a follow-on order for 5,000 Caiman helmets. OSI Maritime tested its CADA navigation aid. Safran chose France for a $500M carbon brakes factory.
Canada’s new $3.6B Strategic Tanker Transport Capability (STTC) project includes nine Airbus A330 aircraft—five converted and four newly built—to replace the CC-150 Polaris fleet. Designated CC-330 Husky, they will support air-to-air refueling, airlift, and medevac. Infrastructure upgrades at CFB Trenton and Edmonton will support long-term operations through 2033.
Canada lacks sovereign satellite launch capability, relying on foreign partners. NordSpace is developing Canada’s first orbital launch vehicle and spaceport, with its SHARP program offering dual-use, cold-weather space systems. Other innovations include Arctic mobility vehicles, submarine simulation training, and 3D-printed submarine parts, highlighting growing domestic defence and aerospace…
The Canadian military says problems affecting Rafael’s Spike LR2 missiles has been solved. (Rafale photo) By David Pugliese The last couple of months have put procurement projects for the Canadian Army in the spotlight. First there was the reporting in the National Post and later by myself in the Ottawa Citizen about problems affecting Rafael ’s Spike LR2 missiles. The federal government spent…
Seaspan cut steel on the Canadian Coast Guard’s new heavy polar icebreaker, signifying the start of construction on one of the most advanced conventional polar icebreakers ever to be built. (Seaspan photo) By Newell Durnbrooke Seaspan has confirmed it has had discussions about building icebreakers in the U.S. At play is the proposed acquisition of up to 40 new icebreakers, recently announced by…
