RCN Orders Six ISTAR UAS for 12 Frigates
MDA Space Ltd has been awarded two contracts to equip the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN)’s Halifax-class ships with up to six new Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). Part of the Intelligence,…
Canada Enhances Interoperability for Talisman Sabre 25
Story by USAF Airman 1st Class Joseph Maye “This exercise is part of our large contribution to maintain and reinforce peace and stability in the region,” said Royal Canadian Air…
The National Shipbuilding Strategy Marks 15 Years
When Kevin Lafleur stepped into his current role, he brought years of experience in naval procurement and sustainment. His journey began as a co-op student at Carleton University in Ottawa,…
Europe and Canada Step Up Naval Logistics
Replenishment-at-sea capabilities are essential to NATO’s ability to sustain maritime operations. The US has long been a major provider of this capability to the Alliance, but recent investments by European…
Navy to Dispose of Kingston Class
July 24, 2025 – In the fall of 2025, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) will begin paying off the Kingston-class Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels (MCDVs). The term “paying off” refers…
HMCS Ville de Quebec Replaces Harpoon in Darwin
HMCS Ville de Quebec Replaced Expended Harpoon missile a joint Canadian and Australian effort July 21, 2025 in Darwin. This follows the forward rearmament of HMCS Vancouver in the port…
Shaping the Future of Naval Occupations
The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) is making steady progress on a major Occupation Analysis (OA) effort that will reshape eight core naval occupations to better support today’s operational demands and…