Defence Minister David McGuinty says Canada is open to helping countries in the Middle East as the conflict with Iran continues, but will not take […]
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Canada explores recruiting foreign nationals to strengthen its military ranks
A new program to recruit skilled workers from foreign militaries is not unusual, according to experts at the Canadian Forces College. Immigration Minister Lena Metlege […]
Hamilton soldier killed in Latvia to be honoured during repatriation ceremony
A Hamilton soldier who died in Latvia last week will be honoured at a repatriation ceremony on Tuesday, Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND) says. […]
As China moves into the Arctic, Canada’s military gets ready for a possible clash.
Canadian Forces Train for Arctic Security Amid Rising Tensions More than 3,000 kilometres north of Ottawa, Canadian soldiers, ships, and aircraft gathered in one of […]
Canadian Soldiers Suspended Over Viral Video of Nazi Salute
Canadian Soldiers Suspended After Video Shows Nazi Salutes The Canadian military has suspended five soldiers after a video surfaced showing them and others giving Nazi […]
Canada Announces Largest Pay Increase for Armed Forces in a Generation
Canada’s new government is putting billions into rebuilding and strengthening the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). In June, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced more than $9 […]
Only 40% of Canada’s Air Force Fleet Combat-Ready Amid F-35 Contract Uncertainty
Only 40% of Canada’s air force inventory is considered serviceable and combat-ready, according to a newly obtained military readiness document. The report, dated February 18, […]
