Canada News Centre2026-09-11T11:59:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/09/statement-from-the-minister-of-national-defence-on-the-25th-anniversary-of-911.html

Twenty-five years ago today, nearly 3,000 people were killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, including 24 Canadians. It was a day of profound loss that changed the lives of countless families and reshaped the security of our continent and our world.

National Defence2026-09-11T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/09/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-defence-on-official-languages-day.html

Today, on Official Languages Day, we celebrate a core part of who we are as Canadians.

National Defence2026-09-10T09:08:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/09/minister-mcguinty-concludes-visit-to-poland-advancing-canadapoland-defence-and-industrial-cooperation.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a successful visit to Poland, where he attended the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO).

National Defence2026-09-08T14:40:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/09/minister-mcguinty-to-advance-defence-cooperation-and-industrial-partnerships-with-poland-at-mspo-2026.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Poland from September 7 to 8, 2026 to attend the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO), where he will be joined by the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade.

National Defence2026-09-04T11:51:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/09/canada-concludes-28th-indo-pacific-chiefs-of-defense-conference-in-victoria.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, marked the conclusion of the 28th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference, co-hosted by Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and Admiral Samuel J. Paparo. Commander of U.S. Pacific Command

National Defence2026-09-02T20:46:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canadian-armed-forces-launch-operation-nanook-nunakput-to-strengthen-security-along-the-canadian-arctic-archipelago.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have launched Operation NANOOK NUNAKPUT, taking place until September 25 in and around Resolute Bay, Nunavut.

National Defence2026-08-25T15:09:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canada-marks-start-of-major-infrastructure-upgrades-at-5th-canadian-division-support-base-gagetown.html

Today, David Myles, Member of Parliament for Fredericton—Oromocto, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages and to the Secretary of State (Nature), on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, marked the start of Phase 1 construction on the Recapitalization Gagetown Range and Training Area project at 5th Canadian Division Support Base (5 CDSB) Gagetown.

National Defence2026-08-25T14:32:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canada-to-co-host-28th-annual-indo-pacific-chiefs-of-defense-conference-strengthening-collective-security-navigating-challenges-in-a-dynamic-indo-p0.html

The 28th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) conference will be held in Victoria, Canada from August 31 to September 2, 2026. The conference will be co-hosted by Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and the Commander of United States (U.S.) Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel J. Paparo.

National Defence2026-08-24T10:28:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canada-marks-the-start-of-major-infrastructure-upgrades-at-5th-canadian-division-support-base-gagetown.html

On behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, David Myles, Member of Parliament (MP) for Fredericton – Oromocto and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages and to the Secretary of State (Nature), will participate in a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction of new infrastructure at 5th Division Support Base Gagetown.

National Defence2026-08-21T17:15:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canada-to-co-host-28th-annual-indo-pacific-chiefs-of-defense-conference-strengthening-collective-security-navigating-challenges-in-a-dynamic-indo-p.html

The 28th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) conference will be held in Victoria, Canada from August 31 to September 2, 2026. The conference will be co-hosted by Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and the Commander of United States (U.S.) Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel J. Paparo.

National Defence2026-08-17T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/hmcs-charlottetown-returns-from-operations-horizon-and-neon.html

Today, His Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Charlottetown returned to Halifax, Nova Scotia, following a six-month deployment from February to August 2026 to the Indo-Pacific region in support of Operations HORIZON and NEON.

National Defence2026-08-17T09:28:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/canadian-armed-forces-launch-operation-nanooktuugaalik-in-canadas-arctic.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have launched Operation NANOOK‑TUUGAALIK, a serial of Operation NANOOK running from August through October that focuses on maintaining a maritime presence in the Arctic, enhancing regional awareness, and strengthening the CAF’s ability to operate effectively in remote northern environments.

National Defence2026-08-14T10:27:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/statement-from-minister-mcguinty-on-the-defence-teams-commitment-to-official-languages.html

Statement from Minister McGuinty on the Defence Team's Commitment to Official Languages and the protection of French

National Defence2026-08-13T09:06:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/commander-of-canadian-joint-forces-command-to-host-red-cobalt-uncrewed-systems-accelerator-2026.html

Media are invited to attend RED COBALT Uncrewed Systems (UxS) Accelerator 2026, featuring live demonstrations and industry exhibits showcasing the latest drone and counter-drone innovations. The event will bring together Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operators, Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) personnel, public safety partners, and industry leaders to collaborate on advancing drone and counter-drone capabilities in support of future operations

National Defence2026-08-11T09:42:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-concludes-alberta-visit-focused-on-innovation-and-strengthening-canadas-defence-capabilities.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a two-day trip to Alberta, where he met with Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, researchers, industry leaders and community partners to highlight investments in innovation, defence research, military infrastructure and Canadian industry that are strengthening Canada’s defence capabilities and supporting military readiness.

National Defence2026-08-07T18:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-launches-canadas-first-quantum-defence-innovation-secure-hub-to-strengthen-defence-capabilities.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced the launch of the Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub (DISH) under the Bureau of Research, Engineering and Advanced Leadership in Innovation and Science (BOREALIS) in Calgary, Alberta.

National Defence2026-08-06T13:04:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-to-deliver-keynote-address-on-albertas-support-to-canadas-defence-and-security.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will be traveling to Alberta from August 5-8, 2026, to highlight the Government of Canada’s long-term commitment to the province and its important role in Canada's defence, security, and innovation ecosystem.

National Defence2026-08-04T17:50:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/canadian-armed-forces-strengthen-arctic-mobility-and-operational-support-during-operation-nanook-qimaavivut.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has launched Operation (Op) NANOOK-QIMAAVIVUT, a military engineering activity conducted under Op NANOOK, Canada's signature Arctic operation.

National Defence2026-07-30T09:49:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-brings-together-industry-and-investment-leaders-to-accelerate-canadas-defence-industrial-strategy.html

In an increasingly uncertain world, Canada is focused on what we can control: rebuilding, rearming, and reinvesting in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to safeguard that they have the capabilities needed to secure our sovereignty.

National Defence2026-07-28T15:46:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/defence-drone-initiative.html

The Government of Canada launched the Defence Drone Initiative (DDI) to accelerate the development, testing, adaptation, and production of uncrewed and autonomous systems for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG).

National Defence2026-07-23T14:22:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-launches-defence-drone-initiative-to-strengthen-canadas-sovereign-defence-capabilities.html

Today, the Government of Canada launched the Defence Drone Initiative (DDI), a new initiative that will accelerate the development, testing and production of Canadian uncrewed and autonomous systems to help provide the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) with access to the sovereign capabilities they need in an increasingly complex security environment.

National Defence2026-07-23T14:19:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/canadian-armed-forces-conduct-operation-latitude-to-strengthen-allied-multi-domain-operations-in-northern-waters.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is conducting Operation LATITUDE, a recurring operation that demonstrates Canada’s ability to operate routinely and effectively alongside allied forces in northern waters, including the Bering Sea.

National Defence2026-07-23T09:05:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-concludes-united-kingdom-visit-focused-on-strengthening-defence-cooperation.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence joined his counterparts from the United Kingdom, Italy, and Japan, to announce that Canada will become the first observer nation in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

National Defence2026-07-21T13:32:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/quadrilateral-joint-statement-on-canada-becoming-an-observer-to-gcap.html

On July 21, Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, Japanese Defense Minister KOIZUMI Shinjirō, UK Secretary of State for Defence Wes Streeting, and Canadian Minister of National Defence David J. McGuinty met in London to discuss Canada’s participation in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

National Defence2026-07-21T09:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-to-make-an-announcement-with-partners-in-united-kingdom.html

Members of the media are invited to an announcement with the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence and international partners on advancing air combat capability development in London.

National Defence2026-07-20T19:15:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/statement-from-the-canadian-armed-forces-on-the-evacuation-of-eabametoong-first-nation-fort-hope-ontario-due-to-wildfire.html

On July 17, 2026, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) received a Request for Federal Assistance to support the evacuation of Eabametoong First Nation (Fort Hope), Ontario, due to the threat posed by a rapidly advancing wildfire.

National Defence2026-07-18T17:15:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-to-visit-united-kingdom.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to the United Kingdom from July 20 to 22, where he will attend the biennial Farnborough International Airshow and meet with partners in London

National Defence2026-07-17T18:27:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/canadian-armed-forces-rebalances-operations-to-strengthen-global-footprint.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is rebalancing its global operational commitments to better align resources with evolving defence priorities in an increasingly complex security environment. This includes closing Operations KOBOLD, SNOWGOOSE, SOPRANO, and CROCODILE, and reducing its contribution to Operation CALUMET.

National Defence2026-07-17T11:27:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/hmcs-ville-de-quebec-deploys-for-operation-reassurance.html

Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Ville de Québec departed its homeport of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to deploy on Operation REASSURANCE, joining Standing NATO Maritime Group One (SNMG1) as part of Canada’s continued contribution to NATO collective defence efforts in European waters.

National Defence2026-07-15T11:46:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-unveils-first-net-zero-emissions-ready-apartments-for-canadian-armed-forces-members-at-cfb-edmonton.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development, visited Canadian Forces Base Edmonton on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, to unveil the Government of Canada’s first net-zero-emissions-ready apartments for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families.

National Defence2026-07-14T13:43:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-announces-new-drone-production-in-quebec.html

As one of Canada’s ten identified sovereign capability priorities under the DIS, uncrewed and autonomous systems are central to ensuring the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) can operate effectively and independently in a rapidly evolving threat environment.

National Defence2026-07-14T11:15:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/uncrewed-systems-defence-innovation-secure-hub.html

The Bureau of Research, Engineering and Advanced Leadership in Innovation and Science (BOREALIS) serves as Canada’s innovation accelerator. Aligned with Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy and federal budget commitments, BOREALIS is accelerating innovation, strengthening Canada’s defence industrial base, and helping deliver operational capabilities to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

National Defence2026-07-14T11:15:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/canada-and-portugal-strengthen-north-atlantic-search-and-rescue-cooperation.html

Canada and Portugal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Aeronautical Search and Rescue (SAR) Cooperation, reinforcing a long-standing partnership in North Atlantic SAR operations.

National Defence2026-07-13T12:05:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-to-announce-new-initiative-to-strengthen-canadas-defence-innovation-ecosystem.html

Media are invited to the YMX Innovation Centre in Mirabel, Quebec, where the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence will make an announcement related to strengthening Canada’s defence innovation ecosystem and supporting Canadian Armed Forces capabilities

National Defence2026-07-13T10:52:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/canadian-soldier-of-the-first-world-war-laid-to-rest-in-france.html

A Canadian soldier of the First World War, Private Albert (Bert) Henry Detmold, was laid to rest with military honours at Loos British Cemetery, Loos-en-Gohelle, France, today.

National Defence2026-07-09T11:40:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-attends-the-nato-leaders-summit-in-turkiye-advancing-key-defence-partnerships.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a successful visit to Türkiye, where he accompanied Prime Minister Mark Carney to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Leaders Summit.

National Defence2026-07-08T17:29:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/joint-statement-on-canadas-status-as-co-framework-nation-for-multinational-division-north.html

We, the Minister of National Defence of Canada, the Minister of Defence of Denmark, and the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Latvia, recognize our common interest in maintaining credible deterrence along NATO’s Eastern Flank and our shared resolve to defend every inch of Allied territory.

National Defence2026-07-08T09:32:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/royal-canadian-navy-deploys-ships-to-nato-mine-countermeasures-mission-in-europe.html

Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Moncton and Edmonton departed their homeport of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to deploy on Operation REASSURANCE, where they will join Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One (SNMCMG1).

National Defence2026-07-07T10:44:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/defence-minister-david-mcguinty-announces-members-of-newly-established-external-ministerial-advisory-committee-on-anti-black-racism.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, attended the annual No. 2 Construction Battalion Remembrance Ceremony and Honour Parade to honour the legacy of Canada's largest all-Black battalion in military history.

National Defence2026-07-04T12:33:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/minister-mcguinty-to-deliver-remarks-at-the-no2-construction-battalion-recognition-ceremony-and-honour-parade.html

Minister McGuinty to deliver remarks at the No.2 Construction Battalion Recognition Ceremony and Honour Parade

National Defence2026-07-03T08:01:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-defence-on-canada-day-2026.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today in recognition of Canada Day:

National Defence2026-07-01T10:01:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canadian-armed-forces-conduct-operation-nanook-takuniq-to-strengthen-arctic-awareness.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will conduct Operation NANOOK-TAKUNIQ throughout the summer, fall, and winter across the Canadian North and Arctic.

National Defence2026-06-29T13:00:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-visit-amherstburg-search-and-rescue-station.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence will visit the Canadian Coast Guard’s search and rescue station in Amherstburg, Ontario.

National Defence2026-06-26T12:30:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-concludes-defence-trade-mission-to-japan.html

Today, the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, concluded an important visit to Japan focused on strengthening Canada’s defence relationship with a key Indo-Pacific partner and advancing the government’s efforts to expand defence industrial cooperation

National Defence2026-06-24T19:44:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-hold-media-callback-following-his-visit-to-japan.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, for a media availability following his visit to Japan.

National Defence2026-06-24T10:58:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canadaaustralia-partnership-on-arctic-over-the-horizon-radar.html

The Government of Canada is advancing a landmark defence partnership with the Commonwealth of Australia to deliver a new Arctic Over-the-Horizon Radar (A-OTHR) capability for Canada.

National Defence2026-06-22T15:23:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canadian-armed-forces-participates-in-exercise-valiant-shield-2026.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will participate in Exercise VALIANT SHIELD 2026, a United States-led biennial field exercise taking place in and around Hawaii and Guam from June 22 to July 5, 2026.

National Defence2026-06-22T08:22:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-lead-defence-trade-mission-to-japan.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Japan from June 22 to 25 to advance Canada–Japan defence relations, strengthen economic ties, and promote collaboration between Canadian and Japanese defence industries.

National Defence2026-06-21T10:41:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-advances-nato-priorities-and-defence-cooperation-during-european-visit.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, has concluded a productive visit to Europe, including engagements in Brussels, Belgium, where he participated in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting and the 35th Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG), and in Luxembourg, where he strengthened bilateral defence cooperation and advanced key initiatives with Allied partners.

National Defence2026-06-19T15:18:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/bill-c-11-receives-royal-assent-bringing-new-military-justice-reforms-into-force.html

On June 18, 2026, Bill C-11, An Act to amend the National Defence Act and other Acts (Military Justice System Modernization Act) received Royal Assent and has become law, modernizing the military justice system in four key areas:

National Defence2026-06-19T12:01:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-strengthens-military-justice-system-through-royal-assent-of-bill-c-11.html

On June 18, 2026, Bill C-11, An Act to amend the National Defence Act and other Acts (Military Justice System Modernization Act) received Royal Assent.

National Defence2026-06-19T11:06:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-travel-to-luxembourg.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Luxembourg on June 19th to deepen defence cooperation between Canada and Luxembourg.

National Defence2026-06-18T10:08:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/royal-canadian-navy-welcomes-new-commander.html

Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois assumed command of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) from Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee this morning during a formal change of command ceremony, presided over by General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, at His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Star in Hamilton, Ontario.

National Defence2026-06-16T11:04:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-participate-in-nato-defence-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Brussels on June 18 to participate in the 35th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, hosted by Germany and the United Kingdom, and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting at NATO Headquarters.

National Defence2026-06-15T14:22:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canada-celebrates-keel-laying-for-the-first-river-class-destroyer.html

Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, along with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, attended the ceremonial keel laying for the first River-class destroyer (RCD), the future His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Fraser.

National Defence2026-06-12T14:02:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/royal-canadian-navy-to-welcome-new-commander.html

Media are invited to attend the Change of Command Ceremony on Tuesday, June 16th at His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Star in Hamilton Ontario to mark the turnover of Command of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) from Vice-Admiral Angus Topshee to Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois.

National Defence2026-06-12T12:00:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canada-and-the-philippines-strengthen-defence-partnership-with-new-arrangement.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, met with His Excellency Gilberto Teodoro, Philippine Secretary of National Defense, to strengthen bilateral defence relations and advance cooperation with one of Canada’s most important defence partners in the Indo-Pacific.

National Defence2026-06-11T19:01:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/celebrating-the-keel-laying-for-the-first-river-class-destroyer.html

The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will commemorate the keel laying for the first River-class destroyer, the future HMCS Fraser, along with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.

National Defence2026-06-11T11:07:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canadian-first-world-war-soldier-to-be-buried-in-france.html

Media are invited to attend the burial of a Canadian soldier killed in the First World War, Private Albert (Bert) Henry Detmold, at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission’s...

National Defence2026-06-11T09:50:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/minister-mcguinty-to-welcome-philippine-secretary-of-national-defense.html

Members of the media are invited to attend photo opportunities and a joint press conference between the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and Philippine Secretary of National Defense, Gilberto C. Teodoro.

National Defence2026-06-10T12:27:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/canada-led-nato-multinational-brigade--latvia-conducts-transfer-of-command-authority.html

The Canadian-led NATO Multinational Brigade – Latvia conducted a Transfer of Command Authority today at Ādaži Military Base, Latvia, as Colonel Kristopher Reeves formally transferred command to Colonel David Brassard.

National Defence2026-06-10T11:51:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/the-department-of-national-defence-opens-world-class-defence-research-complex-in-valcartier.html

On June 8, 2026, the Department of National Defence (DND) hosted the official opening of the Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) Valcartier Research Centre (VRC) pavilion complex.

National Defence2026-06-10T09:18:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/statement-from-the-honourable-david-mcguinty-minister-of-national-defence.html

This weekend, the Canadian Armed Forces worked together with our Belgian allies to deliver military equipment to Ukraine. Belgium supported this effort by facilitating the transport of equipment from Canadian stocks to Ukraine. Canada regularly provides such deliveries, in coordination with our allies, as part of ongoing support commitments.

National Defence2026-06-08T09:18:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/statement-from-minister-mcguinty-on-canadian-armed-forces-day.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today in recognition of Canadian Armed Forces Day

National Defence2026-06-07T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-acquiring-long-range-missile-capability-for-the-canadian-armed-forces.html

Today, the Government of Canada, announced that, in January 2026, Canada and the United States (US) finalized a government-to-government agreement under the US Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Program for the acquisition of 26 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers, a preliminary operational stock of munitions, spare parts, training, and support services, with deliveries expected to begin in 2029.

National Defence2026-06-02T08:57:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/canada-and-ukraine-sign-arrangement-on-drone-production.html

This week, at the Canada's leading defence, security & emerging technology (CANSEC) event, the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine signed an arrangement to support the production of Ukrainian uncrewed aerial systems in Canada. This arrangement advances commitments made by Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Minister of National Defence, David J. McGuinty, to strengthen partnerships between Canadian and Ukrainian defence industries.

National Defence2026-05-29T09:32:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-meets-with-the-german-minister-of-defence.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, met with Germany’s Federal Minister of Defence, Boris Pistorius, to discuss shared security priorities, defence industrial cooperation, and key geopolitical developments.

National Defence2026-05-27T17:15:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-meets-with-the-polish-minister-of-defence.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, met with Poland’s Minister of National Defence, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, to discuss shared security priorities, defence industrial cooperation, and preparations for the upcoming North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit in Ankara, Turkey, in July 2026.

National Defence2026-05-26T17:29:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-to-welcome-polish-defence-minister-to-canada.html

Members of the media are invited to participate in a photo opportunity of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and Poland Minister of National Defence, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz before their bilateral meeting.

National Defence2026-05-25T13:23:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/canadian-soldier-of-the-first-world-war-identified.html

The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have confirmed, through historical and archival research, that a previously unidentified grave at Courcelette British Cemetery in northern France is that of Sergeant Norman Harold McLennan.

National Defence2026-05-25T10:39:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/the-department-of-national-defence-announces-the-start-of-construction-at-the-borden-transition-centre-to-support-canadian-armed-forces-members.html

The Department of National Defence (DND) announces the start of construction for the new Transition Centre at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Borden.

National Defence2026-05-21T13:54:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/department-of-national-defence-to-transition-nanisivik-naval-facility-out-of-operational-use.html

The Department of National Defence (DND) has begun the process of transitioning the Nanisivik Naval Facility site out of operational use after changes in operational needs and facility viability.

National Defence2026-05-21T10:55:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/the-canadian-army-launches-minerva-initiatives-first-innovation-challenge.html

The Canadian Army, with support from the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program, is announcing the launch of the first innovation challenge under the MINERVA Initiative — True north precision: Low-cost drones with laser ranging.

National Defence2026-05-21T09:03:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-announces-canadian-candidate-for-chair-of-the-nato-military-committee.html

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced the candidacy of General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, for the position of Chair of the NATO Military Committee.

National Defence2026-05-20T10:08:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-cibc-defence-and-resiliency-summit.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will deliver a keynote address at the CIBC Defence and Resiliency Summit, an inaugural summit on the Canadian defence sector.

National Defence2026-05-19T14:30:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-to-procure-new-aircraft-for-the-iconic-canadian-forces-snowbirds.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced today a commitment to purchase a future Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) air demonstration capability. The announcement was made alongside Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet, Commander of the RCAF, at 15 Wing Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.

National Defence2026-05-19T12:00:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-to-make-an-announcement-at-15-wing-moose-jaw.html

Members of the media are invited to 15 Wing Moose Jaw for an announcement by the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, regarding 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

National Defence2026-05-15T16:59:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-concludes-successful-visit-to-united-arab-emirates-and-qatar.html

Today, the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, concluded a productive visit to the Middle East as part of the Government of Canada’s broader effort to diversify defence partnerships and expand defence industrial cooperation.

National Defence2026-05-14T13:26:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-meets-with-the-minister-of-state-for-defence-affairs-of-the-united-arab-emirates.html

Today, the Minister of National Defence, David J. McGuinty, met with His Excellency Mohamed bin Mubarak Fadhel Al Mazrouei the Minister of State for Defence Affairs for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a bilateral discussion focused on strengthening defence cooperation between Canada and the UAE

National Defence2026-05-13T18:47:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-and-minister-anand-to-hold-media-callback-following-visits-to-the-middle-east.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, for a media availability following their visits to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

National Defence2026-05-13T14:59:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/minister-mcguinty-to-travel-to-the-middle-east.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar from May 13 to 14 to further strengthen defence cooperation with both countries.

National Defence2026-05-06T20:04:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/royal-canadian-navy-commemorates-81st-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-the-atlantic.html

Today, Canadians commemorate the 81st anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic, the longest continuous campaign of the Second World War.

National Defence2026-05-03T13:52:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/05/joint-statement-from-ministers-of-national-defence-and-veterans-affairs-in-commemoration-of-the-battle-of-the-atlantic.html

The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, released the following statement today to mark the 81st anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic:

National Defence2026-05-03T13:52:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/canadian-armed-forces-and-royal-roads-university-agree-to-new-post-secondary-education-pathway.html

Leaders from the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and Royal Roads University (RRU) signed an agreement on April 24, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the launch of a new subsidized education pathway for approximately 40 CAF members at RRU in Fall 2026.

National Defence2026-04-24T13:40:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/expanded-mandate-and-new-name-for-the-sexual-misconduct-support-and-resource-centre.html

The Department of National Defence’s Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre is introducing its new name: the Defence Community Support and Resource Centre (DCSRC).

National Defence2026-04-24T09:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/statement-from-the-canadian-forces-provost-marshal-on-charges-laid-under-the-controlled-drugs-and-substances-act.html

On April 21, 2026, the Canadian Forces Military Police (MP) charged one member of the Canadian Armed Forces with two charges pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), and two charges pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada (CC).

National Defence2026-04-23T09:22:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/canadian-armed-forces-reach-highest-recruitment-in-30-years0.html

Today, Minister of National Defence, David McGuinty, announced that for a second consecutive year, the Canadian Armed Forces surpassed its Regular Force recruiting target. In fiscal year 2025/26, the CAF enrolled 7,310 new members, surpassing its target of 6,957 new members and marking the highest number of enrolments in more than 3 decades.

National Defence2026-04-20T10:51:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/canadian-armed-forces-reach-highest-recruitment-in-30-years.html

On April 20, 2026, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) announced that it met its Regular Force recruiting objective for the second consecutive year, while highlighting an increased objectivefor fiscal year 2026/27.

National Defence2026-04-20T10:03:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/technical-briefing--update-on-canadian-armed-forces-recruiting.html

Media are invited to a technical briefing on Monday, April 20, 2026, where senior defence officials will provide an update on the progress and impact of Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) recruiting modernization efforts.

National Defence2026-04-19T19:18:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/minister-mcguinty-to-highlight-progress-on-caf-recruitment.html

Minister McGuinty to highlight progress on CAF Recruitment

National Defence2026-04-19T13:19:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/canadian-armed-forces-to-conduct-inaugural-active-participation-in-exercise-balikatan.html

Marking a significant step in Canada’s Indo-Pacific engagement, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will actively participate in Exercise BALIKATAN, an annual military exercise in the Philippines, from April 20 to May 8, 2026.

National Defence2026-04-17T15:01:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/operation-nanook-nunalivut-2026-concludes-with-strengthened-arctic-defence-presence.html

The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has successfully concluded Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT 2026 (Op NA-NU 26), the largest and most comprehensive winter operation in the Arctic under the broader Operation NANOOK framework.

National Defence2026-04-16T11:32:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/military-police-lay-charges-in-relation-to-the-death-of-a-caf-member.html

On April 15, 2026, the Canadian Forces Military Police (CF MP) charged two members of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) with multiple service offences as a result of the investigation into the death of Petty Officer 2nd Class (PO 2) Gregory Applin.

National Defence2026-04-15T12:04:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/statement-from-the-commander-and-command-chief-of-the-royal-canadian-navy.html

Earlier today we received the news that charges have been laid against two of our personnel related to the death of Petty Officer Second Class Gregory Applin. There is no doubt that this is difficult news for all of us, and it highlights the challenging realities of our service in the Royal Canadian Navy. We operate in a demanding environment where mistakes and errors can have fatal consequences, and we must be accountable for our actions and our inactions.

National Defence2026-04-15T12:03:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/national-defence-to-hold-public-engagement-session-in-yellowknife-northwest-territories.html

The Department of National Defence (DND) will host a public engagement session to share information and answer questions about infrastructure planned for North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Modernization and Continental Defence at the Forward Operating Location in Yellowknife.

National Defence2026-04-09T12:31:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/national-defence-to-hold-public-engagement-session-in-inuvik-northwest-territories.html

The Department of National Defence (DND) will host a public engagement session to share information and answer questions about infrastructure planned for North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Modernization and Continental Defence at the Forward Operating Location in Inuvik.

National Defence2026-04-09T12:20:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/minister-lightbound-underscores-investment-of-14-billion-into-domestic-ammunition-production.html

As the global threat environment continues to evolve, the Government of Canada remains committed to making targeted investments to strengthen Canada’s defence industry and support long-term security.

National Defence2026-04-08T16:07:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/statement-from-commander-canadian-joint-operations-command.html

As publicly confirmed by the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal on March 31, 2026, Colonel James Smith has been charged with one count under Section 129 of the National Defence Act—Neglect to the Prejudice of Good Order and Discipline.

National Defence2026-04-07T13:54:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/minister-lightbound-to-highlight-investments-in-ammunition-production.html

The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will participate in an event to underline investments in ammunition production in Canada.

National Defence2026-04-07T13:17:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/04/canadian-armed-forces-cyber-command-launches-official-command-badge.html

Yesterday, the Canadian Armed Forces Cyber Command (CAFCYBERCOM) launched its official Command badge, marking a key milestone in the Command’s evolution as Canada’s military authority for cyber operations.

National Defence2026-04-02T08:39:48-04:00