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September 1, 2026

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Minister McGuinty Speaks with Reporters at Indo-Pacific Defense Conference

CPAC: Defence Minister David McGuinty holds a news conference on the sidelines on the 28th Annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference, in Victoria. He faces questions on a number of topics, including Trump administration officials mocking Canada and its military capabilities, Canada’s Indo-pacific military cooperation, and reports that Defence Investment Agency head Doug Guzman may […]

August 10, 2026

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Government of Canada advances major infrastructure project to strengthen public and animal health, border protection and security science

Through Laboratories Canada, the Government of Canada is investing in modern science infrastructure that helps protect Canadians and our food supply, strengthens public health and security, and supports a resilient economy. Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and […]

August 10, 2026

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Defence Minister David McGuinty Holds a News Conference

David McGuinty, minister of national defence and MP for Ottawa South, holds a news conference to highlight a scientific research hub in Ottawa.

August 6, 2026

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Calgary to house quantum defence hub to develop tech for armed forces

The University of Calgary will soon be home to a new national defence quantum research hub. Ottawa is expected to spend $20.3 million over two years for a university-led group to establish the centre. “This hub will bring together researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, industry partners and defence experts to accelerate the development of quantum technologies,” federal […]

August 6, 2026

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Federal Govt. to Fund Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub in Calgary

CPAC: At an event at the University of Calgary, Defence Minister David McGuinty announces an investment of $20.3 million to establish the Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub at the school. Afterwards, he faces questions from reporters on the recent arrest of a Canadian intern at NATO headquarters on espionage charges.

July 21, 2026

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Canada to Join Global Combat Air Programme as an Observer

CPAC: At a news conference in London, United Kingdom, Defence Minister David McGuinty discusses Canada’s participation as an observer in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). Canada’s observer status allows it enhanced insights into the GCAP’s governance, capabilities, industrial framework, and related security requirements.

July 17, 2026

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The federal government helps CHEO modernize its facilities with new, energy-efficient technologies

Ottawa, Ontario Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced the completion of a nearly $1 million project funded through the federal government’s Low Carbon Economy Fund to support the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario’s (CHEO) Deep […]

July 14, 2026

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Min. McGuinty Announces Drone Research Facility in Mirabel, Que.

CPAC: Defence Minister David McGuinty announces the plan for a new drone innovation facility in Mirabel, Que. A consortium will receive $29.6 million over two years to build and launch the Uncrewed Systems Defence Innovation Secure Hub, which will include 30 organizations from industry and academia to develop and test new autonomous systems. 

July 13, 2026

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Ronald McDonald House Ottawa Expansion More Than Doubles Capacity, Helping Families with Children in Hospital

Today Ronald McDonald House Ottawa celebrates the official Grand Opening of its newly expanded House, more than doubling its capacity to support families with critically ill or injured children. The expansion gives the House an increase from 14 to 36 suites, eliminates the waitlist, and will allow more than 1,300 families each year to stay […]

July 7, 2026

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Defence Minister David McGuinty Speaks with Reporters in Ankara, Türkiye

CPAC: Defence Minister David McGuinty speaks with journalists in Ankara, Türkiye, where he is attending the 2026 NATO Summit alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney. (no interpretation) (July 6, 2026)