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  • Senators call on feds to bring Indigenous communities into Arctic security planning | CBC News

    June 28, 2023 | Local, Other Defence

    Senators call on feds to bring Indigenous communities into Arctic security planning | CBC News

    A Senate committee has delivered a forceful call for greater participation by Indigenous communities in shaping Canada’s Arctic defence and security.

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    June 28, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

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  • La ministre de la Défense Anand visite le Royaume-Uni pour approfondir la relation de défense

    June 27, 2023 | Local, Other Defence

    La ministre de la Défense Anand visite le Royaume-Uni pour approfondir la relation de défense

    Le 27 juin 2023 – Ottawa (Ontario) – Défense nationale/Forces armées canadiennes La ministre de la Défense nationale, l’honorable Anita Anand, sera au Royaume-Uni du 27 au 29 juin 2023. Pendant son séjour, la ministre rencontrera le secrétaire d’État à la Défense du Royaume‑Uni, le très honorable Ben Wallace, et d’autres responsables britanniques, de sorte à discuter des efforts visant à soutenir l’Ukraine, à promouvoir l’ordre international fondé sur des règles et à développer la solide relation de défense qu’entretiennent le Canada et le Royaume‑Uni. Le 28 juin, la ministre Anand visitera l’école de Liphook pour rencontrer des élèves qui effectuent des recherches sur l’entraînement canadien réalisé au Royaume-Uni durant la Première Guerre mondiale. Elle tiendra également une réunion bilatérale avec le porte-parole de l’opposition officielle en matière de défense, le très honorable John Healey, et des représentants de BAE Systems. Le 29 juin, la ministre Anand visitera le camp d’entraînement militaire de Lydd pour rencontrer des membres des Forces armées canadiennes en déploiement au Royaume-Uni en vue d’entraîner le personnel des forces armées ukrainiennes dans le cadre de l’opération UNIFIER du Canada. Par après, elle adressera la parole à des membres du Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) – groupe de réflexion sur les questions de défense et de sécurité. Le 29 juin, la ministre tiendra aussi une réunion bilatérale avec le secrétaire d’État Wallace et participera à un point de presse conjoint avec ce dernier. Enfin, la ministre prononcera une allocution lors d’une réception à l’occasion de la fête du Canada, à la Maison du Canada. Le 29 juin 2023 (heure locale) 13 h. La ministre Anand présentera une allocution sur les priorités du Canada en matière de défense à des membres du Royal United Services Institute. Remarques à l’intention des médias : Lieu : Army & Navy Club, 36 Pall Mall, Londres Veuillez vous inscrire en communiquant avec le RUSI, à l’adresse rusip@rusi.org. Renseignements supplémentaires : https://www.rusi.org/events/members-events/ukraine-indo-pacific-exploring-canadas-defence-priorities (en anglais seulement) 15 h 45. La ministre Anand et le secrétaire d’État à la Défense du Royaume‑Uni, Ben Wallace, tiendront un point de presse. Ils prononceront des allocutions et répondront à des questions des représentants des médias y participant en personne. https://www.canada.ca/fr/ministere-defense-nationale/nouvelles/2023/06/la-ministre-de-la-defense-anand-visite-le-royaume-uni-pour-approfondir-la-relation-de-defense.html

  • Canadian Coast Guard to officially open new Search and Rescue station in Kingston, Ontario

    June 27, 2023 | Local, Naval

    Canadian Coast Guard to officially open new Search and Rescue station in Kingston, Ontario

    Kingston, Ontario –The Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Joyce Murray, and Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands will officially open the Canadian Coast Guard’s new Search and Rescue station in Kingston, Ontario. Date:                June 28, 2023 Time:               3:00 p.m. EDT Location:       Canadian Coast Guard Search and Rescue station                          Portsmouth Olympic Harbour (station is located in the harbour)                          93 Yonge St., Kingston, Ontario Note: The station is located in the southeast corner of the harbour. After turning into the harbour, proceed straight to the water, turn left (north), then east towards the prison wall along the water side. Turn right down the gravel service road that runs south to the Coast Guard station. https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-coast-guard/news/2023/06/canadian-coast-guard-to-officially-open-new-search-and-rescue-station-in-kingston-ontario.html

  • Retombées économiques des F-35  | Beaucoup de latitude pour calculer les promesses

    June 26, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

    Retombées économiques des F-35  | Beaucoup de latitude pour calculer les promesses

    Il y aura beaucoup de latitude pour calculer les retombées économiques découlant de l’achat des 88 avions de chasse F-35 par Ottawa pour 19 milliards. Selon une présentation gouvernementale consultée par La Presse, les ententes entre le Canada et les constructeurs des avions de combat sont « non contractuelles », donc pas régies par un contrat.

  • Anand says government pausing Chinook fleet after helicopter crash near Ottawa

    June 22, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

    Anand says government pausing Chinook fleet after helicopter crash near Ottawa

    Defence Minister Anita Anand said while there would be a pause “out of respect for this tragic incident,” the government would not be formally grounding the Chinook fleet. 

  • RCAF still confident in Chinook helicopter fleet in aftermath of fatal crash near Petawawa

    June 21, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

    RCAF still confident in Chinook helicopter fleet in aftermath of fatal crash near Petawawa

    The Royal Canadian Air Force won't be grounding its Chinook helicopters in the wake of the crash near Petawawa.

  • New Commander for Maritime Forces Atlantic & Joint Task Force Atlantic

    June 20, 2023 | Local, Naval

    New Commander for Maritime Forces Atlantic & Joint Task Force Atlantic

    June 20, 2023 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Today, Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT) and Joint Task Force Atlantic (JTFA) welcomed Rear-Admiral (RAdm) Josée Kurtz as their new Commander. RAdm Josée Kurtz assumed command from RAdm Brian Santarpia during a ceremony held at His Majesty’s Canadian Dockyard in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Commander of MARLANT and JTFA is responsible for the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) on the East Coast, as well as for conducting routine and domestic operations, and leading Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) continental operations across Atlantic Canada to defend Canadian interests and values at home and abroad. Note to Editors Please contact MARLANT Public Affairs for photos of the Change of Command ceremony. Quotes “I am deeply honoured to take command over a group of dedicated sailors, aviators, soldiers, and Defence Team members that exemplify the hard work, dedication and professionalism that Canadians expect from their Canadian Armed Forces. As I take command, I will maintain a steady and faithful watch, continuing that standard of professionalism and dedication that Rear-Admiral Santarpia upheld during his tenure.” Rear-Admiral Josée Kurtz, incoming Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic & Joint Task Force Atlantic “I have been proud to represent the sailors, soldiers, aviators, and civilian members who form the foundation of Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Force Atlantic. Maritime Forces Atlantic consistently and skillfully operated at home and abroad with the utmost of commitment to Canada, persevering through challenging times, and I am thankful for my time working alongside these incredible CAF and Defence Team members.”   Rear-Admiral Brian Santarpia, outgoing Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic & Joint Task Force Atlantic Quick facts RAdm Josée Kurtz assumes command over Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Force Atlantic, and will become the Maritime Component Commander within Canadian Joint Operations Command.  RAdm Josée Kurtz joined the CAF in 1988 as an officer in the RCN. After her initial training, she earned her Bridge Watchkeeping certificate and specialized in Navigation. In 1997, RAdm Josée Kurtz graduated from the Operations Room Officer course and served as the Weapons Officer and Combats Officer aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Vancouver. RAdm Josée Kurtz was the Executive Officer aboard HMCS Ville de Québec from 2007-2009 and was appointed Commanding Officer for HMCS Halifax from 2009-2011. During this period, HMCS Halifax was deployed to assist with the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief mission in Haiti in 2010. RAdm Josée Kurtz was appointed the Commandant of Canadian Forces Naval Operations School from 2011-2012 and was appointed the Commander for the Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) in Alliance Fleet, in the Mediterranean and Black Sea Region from June-December 2019. RAdm Josée Kurtz holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Ottawa and a Master’s degree in Defence Studies from the Royal Military College. She also graduated from the National Security Programme from the Canadian Forces College in Toronto. Prior to taking command of MARLANT and JTFA, RAdm Josée Kurtz was posted as the Commandant and Vice-Chancellor of Royal Military College of Canada in 2021. Associated links Royal Canadian Navy Maritime Forces Atlantic Joint Task Force Atlantic https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/06/new-commander-for-maritime-forces-atlantic--joint-task-force-atlantic.html

  • FFCP Industry Engagement Event Follow-up - VIDEO RECORDING / Suivi de la séance d'information du PCFAC - ENREGISTREMENT VIDÉO

    June 15, 2023 | Local, Aerospace

    FFCP Industry Engagement Event Follow-up - VIDEO RECORDING / Suivi de la séance d'information du PCFAC - ENREGISTREMENT VIDÉO

    Greetings/Bonjour   You can now access the recording of the virtual Industry engagement session by clicking on the following link:     **CLICK HERE** 5 June 2023 FFCP Virtual Industry Engagement Event **VIDEO RECORDING**     Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HUAaHVO_z4B7KRFAPx2RS5JD5nlhWsGK?usp=sharing   REMINDER: If you are a company interested in participating in the FFCP program, please complete a Industrial Capabilities Questionnaire at the following link:     **CLICK HERE** Industrial Capabilities Questionnaire     Link: https://forms.office.com/r/kZ3FEtWz60   Any additional questions can be directed to ffcp-pcfac@ised-isde.gc.ca.   ******************************* Vous pouvez maintenant accéder à l’enregistrement de la séance d’engagement virtuelle en sélectionnant le lien suivant:     **CLIQUEZ ICI** 5 juin 2023 Événement virtuel d'engagement de l'industrie du FFCP  **ENREGISTREMENT VIDÉO**    Link : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HUAaHVO_z4B7KRFAPx2RS5JD5nlhWsGK?usp=sharing   RAPPEL : Si vous êtes une entreprise intéressée par le programme FFCP, veuillez remplir un questionnaire sur les capacités industrielles en cliquant sur le lien suivant :       **CLIQUEZ ICI** Questionnaire sur les capabilités industrielles     Link: https://forms.office.com/r/kZ3FEtWz60   Toute question supplémentaire peut être adressée à ffcp-pcfac@ised-isde.gc.ca.

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