Canada News Centre2026-09-03T14:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-hold-a-media-availability-in-calgary.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement) will hold a media availability following a roundtable with the Alberta defence industry and the Business Council of Alberta.

Defence Investment Agency2026-09-03T14:00:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-awards-a-military-communications-contract-to-support-arctic-sovereignty-and-national-security0.html

The Government of Canada is acting to defend the country, protect Canadians, and support jobs and innovation by awarding a contract to deliver the military Enhanced Satellite Communications Project – Polar (ESCP-P). The Defence Investment Agency (DIA) awarded an initial contract valued at approximately $2.3 billion to Telesat LEO ULC (Telesat). The contract also includes two option periods of approximately $214 million and $218 million.

Defence Investment Agency2026-08-04T07:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-awards-a-military-communications-contract-to-support-arctic-sovereignty-and-national-security.html

The Government of Canada is awarding an initial contract valued at approximately $2.3 billion (before tax) to Telesat LEO ULC (Telesat) as part of the Enhanced Satellite Communications Project – Polar (ESCP-P) to defend the country, protect Canadians, and support jobs and innovation by strengthening secure and reliable military communications for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), particularly in the Arctic and high-latitude regions. The contract also includes two option periods of approximately $214 million and $218 million (before tax).

Defence Investment Agency2026-08-04T07:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-advances-canadian-patrol-submarine-project.html

Canada is a maritime nation with the longest coastline in the world, three oceans to protect, and growing responsibilities in the Arctic, North America, and around the world.

Defence Investment Agency2026-07-08T10:44:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-advances-canadian-patrol-submarine-project.html

Backgrounder: Government of Canada advances Canadian Patrol Submarine Project

Defence Investment Agency2026-07-06T16:12:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-new-measures-to-make-canada-more-secure-resilient-and-prosperous.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will highlight new defence investment measures that will make Canada more secure and resilient.

Defence Investment Agency2026-07-05T19:00:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/06/canada-advances-arctic-defence-on-over-the-horizon-radar-capability-through-partnership-with-australia.html

The Government of Canada is protecting Canadians and upholding sovereignty through investments in Arctic defence. In response to an increasingly complex global environment, the government is strengthening the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with advanced capabilities to detect threats earlier. These modern surveillance systems will enhance domain awareness and support CAF members as they defend Canada and North America.

Defence Investment Agency2026-06-21T14:02:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-hold-a-virtual-call-back-from-australia.html

Secretary of State Fuhr to hold a virtual call back from Australia

Defence Investment Agency2026-06-21T12:47:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-fuhr-concludes-visits-to-berlin-and-paris-to-support-and-promote-canadas-defence-industry-and-strengthen-collaboration-with-eu-a.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), represented the Government of Canada at two major international trade shows last week in Berlin and Paris to discuss shared defence priorities and promote Canadian companies on an international scale.

Defence Investment Agency2026-06-19T16:30:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/05/backgrounder-canada-is-strengthening-defence-sovereignty-and-industrial-capacity-through-investments-and-partnerships.html

Canada is making generational investments to strengthen national defence, reinforce sovereignty, modernize military capabilities, and build a stronger Canadian defence industrial base.At CANSEC 2026, the Government of Canada is advancing initiatives that support operational readiness, accelerate innovation, strengthen partnerships with Canadian industry and Allies, and create economic opportunities for Canadians across the country.

Defence Investment Agency2026-05-27T08:33:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/05/the-government-of-canada-selects-preferred-supplier-for-airborne-early-warning-and-control-discussions.html

Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), announced that the Government of Canada is entering into discussions with Saab of Sweden as the preferred supplier for the Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEWC) capability.

Defence Investment Agency2026-05-27T08:30:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-extends-contract-to-maintain-mission-critical-equipment-for-canadian-armed-forces.html

Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), announced that the Government of Canada has signed two amendments to an existing contract with Lockheed Martin Corporation for maintenance and upgrades on the CC 130J Hercules fleet.

Defence Investment Agency2026-05-15T11:00:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/defence-investment-agency-awards-long-term-in-service-support-contracts-for-cc-330-husky-fleet.html

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) receives modern, mission-ready capabilities through the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability (STTC) project. As part of this effort, Canada is investing in the long-term operational readiness of the new CC 330 Husky fleet. This includes providing the in service support required to ensure the aircraft’s readiness and effectiveness while strengthening Canada’s aerospace and defence industry.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-30T10:00:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/minister-lightbound-and-minister-joly-to-announce-contracts-in-support-of-canadian-armed-forces-operations.html

The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, and the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions will announce new contracts awarded by the Defence Investment Agency in support of Canadian Armed Forces operations.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-27T12:55:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/defence-investment-agency-awards-contract-to-replace-current-canadian-armed-forces-assault-rifles.html

The Government of Canada is committed to rebuilding, rearming and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to ensure they receive the equipment they need to achieve mission success and protect Canadians.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-19T10:00:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/defence-investment-agency-announces-new-contract-for-surveillance-of-space-2-project.html

The world is changing rapidly. The international rules based order is under strain, and technological change is expanding the fields of conflict, including into space. That’s why the Government of Canada, through the Defence Industrial Strategy, is focusing on rebuilding, rearming and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to meet these emerging challenges.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-18T16:51:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-fuhr-and-minister-mcguinty-to-announce-new-investment-to-deliver-modernized-capabilities-to-the-canadian-armed-forces.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), and the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will announce a new contract that will deliver new capabilities to members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-17T09:30:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-contract-award-to-support-canadian-armed-forces-space-operations.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will announce a contract award related to the Surveillance of Space 2 project.

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-16T11:00:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/03/defence-investment-agency-seeks-input-from-canadian-industry-on-future-submarine-fleet-sustainment.html

The Government of Canada is modernizing and accelerating defence procurement through the Defence Investment Agency (DIA). By streamlining decisions and centralizing expertise, the Agency is expediting the delivery of mission-critical equipment to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

Defence Investment Agency2026-03-06T15:15:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/01/secretary-of-state-fuhr-visits-republic-of-korea-to-advance-defence-relationships-and-promote-industry-engagement.html

Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), announced he is travelling to the Republic of Korea, from January 30 to February 6, 2026, to strengthen Canada’s defence relationships with key allies and advance industry collaboration for shared security and resilience.

Defence Investment Agency2026-01-29T13:00:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2025/12/secretary-of-state-fuhr-visits-norway-and-germany-to-strengthen-defence-partnerships-and-advance-industry-engagement.html

Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), announced he is travelling to Norway and Germany, from December 15 to 19, 2025, to advance Canada’s defence relationships with key allies and promote defence industrial partnerships that support collective security and resilience.

Defence Investment Agency2025-12-16T15:34:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-contract-to-deliver-new-multi-role-aircraft-for-royal-canadian-air-force-speech.html

Hello, everyone, and thank you for being here today.Thank you for joining us for this important announcement.

Defence Investment Agency2025-12-15T15:24:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-contract-to-deliver-new-multi-role-aircraft-for-royal-canadian-air-force.html

The Government of Canada is committed to rebuilding, rearming and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), and Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, announced that Canada has awarded a contract to Bombardier to acquire 6 Canadian-built Global 6500 aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force under the Airlift Capability Project – Multi-role Flight Service.

Defence Investment Agency2025-12-12T13:00:07-05:00