BAE Systems and Bombardier agree to explore next-generation combat air development in Canada
BAE Systems and Bombardier have signed an agreement to explore developing next-generation combat air capabilities in Canada.
Lockheed Martin invests C$10 million in Canadian AI to improve Hercules fleet maintenance
Lockheed Martin is investing C$10 million in Canadian-developed artificial intelligence to improve maintenance, training and workforce readiness for the Royal Canadian Air Force’s CC-130J Hercules fleet.
Saab says Gripen E offer would give Canada domestic fighter production and long-term support
The Swedish company has named IMP, CAE and Magellan Aerospace as its principal partners for manufacturing, training and long-term support.
Saab offers to build Gripen fighters in Canada as part of bid for mixed fleet with F-35s
Saab is offering to build Gripen fighters in Canada as it tries to win political support for a mixed fleet that would see the aircraft fly alongside the country’s F-35s, Chief Executive Micael Johansson said.
Canada receives first two F-35 fighters as planned 88-aircraft fleet begins taking shape
Canada has taken delivery of its first two F-35A Lightning II fighters at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, where the aircraft will support military personnel training.
Canada expands military space launch access and funds Arctic satellite communications
Canada has signed a 10-year agreement with NordSpace to give its armed forces access to a domestic spaceport.
Seaspan Shipyards lays keel for the largest polar icebreaker ever built in Canada
Seaspan Shipyards held a ceremonial keel laying on 14 October for CCGS Imnaryuaq, the Canadian Coast Guard’s future flagship and the largest polar icebreaker ever designed and built in Canada.
Canada moves closer to acquiring six Saab GlobalEye aircraft for Arctic surveillance and NORAD continental defence missions
Canada has moved closer to acquiring six Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning and control aircraft after signing a non-binding term sheet with the Swedish defence group.
U.S. Air Force F-35A fighters and E-3 Sentry demonstrate Bering Sea maritime strike integration with Canada for Arctic homeland defense
U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighters and an E-3 Sentry operated together in a binational maritime strike scenario over the Bering Sea from Sept. 18 to 22, 2026.
NORAD and NATO allies coordinate fighters, tankers and airborne command aircraft to strengthen North America’s Arctic air defenses
NORAD, Danish and NATO forces are training together across Canada, Greenland and Iceland to coordinate the defense of North America’s northern approaches.
Lockheed Martin says first F-35A for Royal Canadian Air Force takes flight, marking major milestone in Canada’s fighter replacement programme
Canada’s first F-35A Lightning II has completed its maiden flight after assembly at Lockheed Martin’s plant in Fort Worth, Texas.
Kongsberg expands Canadian defence and space partnerships with MDA Space and Telesat to strengthen Arctic security and connectivity
Kongsberg has signed strategic agreements with MDA Space and Telesat to expand its defence and space activities in Canada.