May 13, 2026
Message from the MND: A year of progress in supporting the CAF
During my first year as Minister of National Defence, I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand the extraordinary work of the Defence Team. I am deeply proud of all that you have accomplished, and I want to thank every one of you-members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Canadian Coast Guard personnel, and National Defence public service employees-for your […]
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May 13, 2026
Canada charts new course with Gulf partners beyond traditional western allies
“We need to, as midsized countries, come together, build coalitions, build bilateral relationships that are strong, that are based on values and trust,” David McGuinty told The National on Tuesday during a visit to the UAE. “This is exactly how we see the United Arab Emirates and this way we get to build a much larger gathering […]
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April 20, 2026
Minister McGuinty Highlights Increase in Military Recruitment
CPAC: At a news conference on Parliament Hill, Defence Minister David McGuinty discusses the uptick in recruitment in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, calling it the highest increase in 30 years. The minister notes that the CAF has enrolled 7,310 force members in the past year, with an aim to sign up 8,200 new […]
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April 14, 2026
Prime Minister Carney suspends the federal Fuel Excise Tax on gasoline and diesel to lower costs for Canadians
Ottawa, Ontario The global landscape is rapidly changing. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control – building a stronger, more independent, more resilient economy. We’re building an economy where Canadians are empowered with greater security, certainty, and a lower cost of living. Global conflict and ongoing supply disruptions in the […]
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March 27, 2026
Defence Minister David McGuinty Speaks at Ottawa Airport
CPAC: Defence Minister David McGuinty delivers remarks and takes questions from reporters at a ceremony marking the opening of Hangar 14 at the Ottawa International Airport. McGuinty announces that the hangar will be rededicated in honour of Canadian aviation pioneer Janusz “Zura” Zurakowski. The minister is joined by Judith Bennett, associate assistant deputy minister at […]
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March 26, 2026
Sit down interview on CTV News
Defence Minister David McGuinty sits down for an interview with CTV News Atlantic’s Bruce Frisko.
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March 19, 2026
Federal Govt Announces Details of Plan to Rearm Military
CPAC: At a news conference in Kitchener, Ont., David McGuinty, the minister of national defence, and Stephen Fuhr, the secretary of state for defence procurement, announce that Colt Canada has been awarded the contract to provide the military with more than 65,000 assault rifle systems under the Canadian Modular Assault Rifle initiative.
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March 18, 2026
Feds Commit $1.4B to Boost Ammunition Production
CPAC: At a news conference in Ingersoll, Ont., Defence Minister David McGuinty announces the federal government is investing $1.4 billion to ramp up the domestic production of ammunition.
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March 17, 2026
Minister McGuinty Highlights Canada’s Donations to Ukraine
CPAC: Defence Minister David McGuinty holds a news conference in Brampton Centre, Ont., to highlight Canada’s recent contributions to Ukraine.
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March 16, 2026
Minister McGuinty Announces Strategic Investments in Sovereign Space Launch
Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Amid a more complex and unpredictable security environment, Canada is taking decisive actions to strengthen its security and sovereignty and to reinforce the resilience and long-term strength of the country. Today in Ottawa, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced an historic $200 million investment in core […]
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