National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) announced that he will meet with Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Yellowknife, NT. MacKay said he was delighted and honoured to have the opportunity to host Their Royal Highnesses during their stay in the Northwest Territories. During their visit, the Royal Couple … Read more
The Department of National Defence announced that the Government of Canada is sending nearly 200 Canadian Forces personnel to help reinforce flood measures in the region of Souris, MB. National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) said the government's rapid deployment of Canadian Forces members to support the residents of Souris during this emergency … Read more
National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) announced that HMCS Vancouver will depart in the to the Mediterranean Sea to join NATO forces in support of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973 to protect civilian populations in Libya. HMCS Vancouver will replace HMCS Charlottetown, which has been on patrol with NATO forces in the … Read more
National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) announced a $7 million contract to Ultra Electronics Canada Defence Inc. of Dartmouth, NS. The contract is in support of a larger Department of National Defence initiative to renew the Halifax-Class frigates, called the Halifax-Class Modernization / Frigate Life Extension Project. The full release is available online. … Read more
The Department of National Defence has identified the remains of a First World War soldier found in Raillencourt Saint-Olle, France, in 2008, as those of Private Alexander Johnston of Hamilton, Ontario. The Department has since notified members of Private Johnston's family of the identification. Veterans Affairs Canada will have the responsibility of providing them with … Read more
National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) announced the launch of the Canadian Forces Appreciation program, which will help members receive savings on a variety of goods and services. The program offers eight distinct categories including: Accommodations, Attractions, Dining, Entertainment, Home & Lifestyle, Shops & Services, Transportation and Travel. MacKay said the new initiative … Read more
The Department of National Defence announced the launch of the FamilyForce.ca website and the Family Information Line. The department said the two new services will keep military families better informed, connected and involved. National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) said that we, as the Defence team, are committed to ensuring that military families … Read more
National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) issued a statement marking the 5th annual Air Force Appreciation Day. MacKay said our Air Force team is capable, knowledgeable and professional, and is dedicated to making Canada, North America and the world a safer place. These people are the Air Force's most valuable resource and today … Read more
The Department of National Defence and the Air Forces said 412 (Transport) Squadron laid up its retired colours in a ceremony at Beechwood National Cemetery in Ottawa on June 18, 2011. His Majesty the late King George VI observed the 25th anniversary of the Royal Air Force by proclaiming that all squadrons upon their 25th … Read more
The Department of National Defence said shortly before 11:50 a.m. MDT on June 10, 2011, a CT-155 Hawk jet crashed approximately 2.2 nautical miles southeast of the airfield at 4 Wing, Cold Lake Alberta during a training flight. The department said there are no reports of injuries and a flight safety investigation is underway. The … Read more
