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On October 22 at 3:00 p.m. (MDT), officials from the Canadian Armed Forces will provide an update on the incident that occurred at CFB Wainwright on October 17 and respond to questions from the media. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Minister McGuinty announces strategic advancements for Canada’s sovereign space capabilities: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Applications for MINDS’ Collaborative Networks are now open! You have until Monday, November 23 (23:59 PCT) to apply for up to $250,000 to develop innovative plans for defence research: canada.ca/en/department-nati… #DefenceMINDS
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Minister McGuinty and officials from the Canadian Armed Forces and the Government of Alberta hold media briefing to provide an update on the incident at CFB Wainwright. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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The MINDS Program offers #grants of up to $100,000 for projects on defence and security issues. You have until October 26, 2026 (23:59 PDT) to apply: canada.ca/en/department-nati… #DefenceMINDS
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Since launching in 2024, NATO DIANA Halifax has helped advance Allied defence innovation in the region. This fall, Halifax hosted part of NATO's 2026 Innovation Continuum to test emerging tech. #NATO #DefenceInnovation
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Act fast! 🚨 Deadlines for three IDEaS challenges are fast approaching. - Oct. 20: Northern wind power and cold-weather water and waste technologies - Oct. 29: Radio frequency data fusion Up to $6.75M in funding available for each challenge. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Today, HMCS Ottawa returned to Esquimalt, B.C., following the completion of its deployment on Operations HORIZON and LATITUDE. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Looking for a new career opportunity? Come meet us at career fairs across Canada this fall. Visit our website to find an event near you and check back for updates: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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#NATO DIANA Halifax continues to drive defence innovation. In 2026, its Rapid Adoption Service enabled the first R&D contract for an Allied nation for autonomous seabed operations tech. #DefenceInnovation
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We’re looking for more Canadian companies with relevant expertise to accelerate the development, testing and production of uncrewed and autonomous systems for the @NationalDefence and @CanadianForces Submit your application by November 6, 2026. ow.ly/oCZo50ZW5pr
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Today, Minister McGuinty and Premier Smith visited CFB Edmonton to highlight defence investments across Alberta. For more information: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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A milestone for defence innovation. 📣 Yesterday marked the official opening of the permanent North American headquarters of the NATO Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) in Halifax. 1/2
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Today marks a major milestone for the DIA. The #GC has introduced legislation to establish the Agency as a Crown corporation, giving the us the flexibility, authority and expertise to move faster to build the sovereign capabilities Canada needs. canada.ca/en/defence-investm…
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Minister McGuinty will travel to Alberta to highlight key defence investments with Premier Smith on Oct. 7 at 12:15 p.m. (MDT). canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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As part of its modernization efforts, the Canadian Army has adopted a new mission-based structure to strengthen Canada's defence, improve readiness, and better support operations at home and abroad. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Minister McGuinty participates in Joint Expeditionary Force Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Iceland. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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The Royal Canadian Air Force has partnered with Fanshawe College to deliver aviation maintenance training starting in January 2027.  canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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#BOREALIS is heading to Halifax  for #DEFSECAtlantic on October 7 and 8! Visit us at the #GC pavilion and hear Kevin Dunn on an October 7 panel about how the M-DISH is advancing innovation toward operational capability.
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Today marks the start of construction of a new, modern Central Heating Plant at 5 Wing Goose Bay which will enable 5 Wing to transition from diesel heating to electric heating by using Labrador’s electrical grid. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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