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11/24/2025

Which fighter jet do you think is the best option for Canada?

11/24/2025

It seemed that the decision to purchase the as a replacement for the 's aging fleet of Fighter was final. However once US President started waging a tariff war and threatening to annex Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney threw his 'Elbow's up' and ordered a review of the F-35 deal. It is time to target the option available to the RCAF if Canada scraps the rest of the F-35 purchase

It seemed that the decision to purchase the F-35 as a replacement for the RCAF's aging fleet of CF-18 Fighter was final. However once US President Donald Tru...

11/24/2025

Canada’s fighter jet plan is undergoing a major shake-up. With the F-35 purchase under review and Sweden pushing hard with its Gripen proposal — including thousands of Canadian jobs — the debate is more intense than ever. Dive into the full story behind the technology, costs, and politics driving this crucial decision. ✈️🇨🇦

WATCH: https://youtu.be/psEegnF7QWA?si=4qZpuGbcyhPnYLP7

11/24/2025

Hanwha Ocean welcomed Minister Mélanie Joly for a tour of their world-class shipbuilding facilities and the KSS-III submarine, their proven solution for Canada’s Patrol Submarine Project. Hanwha remains committed to long-term partnership, Canadian industry collaboration, and delivering unmatched capability, economic growth, and rapid delivery for Canada’s future submarine fleet.

Hanwha Ocean hosted Minister Mélanie Joly at its advanced shipbuilding facilities, showcasing the KSS-III submarine proposed for Canada’s Patrol Submarine Project. Discussions focused on industrial capability, economic growth, and deepening Canada–South Korea cooperation. Hanwha highlighted its...

11/23/2025

Canada’s fighter jet future is up for debate. With the F-35 deal under review, political tensions rising, and Sweden offering the Gripen — plus thousands of Canadian jobs — the question becomes: what aircraft should Canada choose? Watch the full breakdown of the tech, costs, and politics shaping this crucial decision. ✈️🇨🇦

Canada’s plan to buy 88 F-35 fighter jets has been thrown into doubt after Prime Minister Mark Carney paused the deal over concerns about U.S. political inst...

11/22/2025

Members of HMCS MARGARET BROOKE ride in a Multi-Purpose Rescue Boat (MRRB) as part of a boat exercise in Admiralty Bay, King George Island, Antarctica, during Operation PROJECTION.

Photo by: Corporal Connor Bennett, Photo.

11/21/2025

Exciting news for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training program! SkyAlyne and the Royal Canadian Air Force have welcomed the first CT-102B Astra II aircraft to 15 Wing Moose Jaw. These advanced trainers will help shape the next generation of Canadian military pilots, with more deliveries on the way. ✈️🇨🇦

SkyAlyne and the Royal Canadian Air Force celebrated the acceptance of the first four CT-102B Astra II aircraft at 15 Wing Moose Jaw. These aircraft will support development of the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program. A fifth CT-102B has now arrived, with further deliveries set to continue in 202

11/21/2025

Saab and CAE are joining forces to deliver world-class training for the GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning platform. Announced during the Royal Visit from Sweden, this partnership strengthens Canada–Sweden defence collaboration and enhances global airborne surveillance capabilities with advanced simulation and mission-ready training.

Saab and CAE have signed a global cooperation agreement to deliver advanced training solutions for Saab’s Airborne Early Warning platforms, including GlobalEye. Announced during the Swedish Royal Visit to Canada, the partnership strengthens bilateral defence ties and combines Saab’s AEW expertis...

11/20/2025

Members of HMCS MARGARET BROOKE, and the Canadian Antarctic Research Expedition (CARE), ride ashore in a Zodiac and a Multi-Role Rescue Boat (MRRB) ashore as the ship transits through Admiralty Bay, King George Island, Antarctica, during Operation PROJECTION

Photo by: Corporal Connor Bennett, Photo.

11/19/2025

Deutsche Aircraft is bringing its next-generation D328eco® to the ATAC Conference, offering a sustainable, versatile solution for Canada’s regional and remote aviation needs. With short-runway capability, Canadian-built engines and 100% SAF compatibility, the D328eco is built to connect communities where other aircraft can’t. ✈️🇨🇦

Deutsche Aircraft is showcasing its next-generation D328eco® at the ATAC Conference, highlighting sustainable regional connectivity for Canada. With Canadian-built engines, short-runway performance and multi-mission versatility, the aircraft is engineered to serve remote communities, reduce emissio...

11/19/2025

A leaked mobilization plan to boost Canada’s reserves to 400,000 has set off a storm of criticism. One-week-trained recruits, public-servant staffing, and leadership missteps have many Canadians questioning the direction of our military. Are we preparing for real defence challenges—or repeating past mistakes?

A leaked Defence Mobilization Plan has triggered controversy after revealing aims to expand Canada’s reserves to 400,000 personnel, including 300,000 minimally trained supplementary reservists drawn largely from public servants. Critics accuse senior CAF leadership of poor judgment, deflection, an...

11/18/2025

Canada’s naval innovation is going global. 🇨🇦⚓
Lockheed Martin Canada’s CMS 330 has been selected for the German Navy—part of a major government-to-government agreement expected to exceed $1B. The deal strengthens international security, boosts industry on both sides of the Atlantic, and highlights Canada’s world-class defence technology.

Lockheed Martin Canada’s CMS 330 has been selected for the German Navy, marking a government-to-government deal expected to exceed $1 billion. The agreement strengthens Canada-Germany defence cooperation, showcases Canadian naval innovation, boosts interoperability among allied navies, and creates...