Minister McGuinty brings together industry and investment leaders to accelerate Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy

The article reports that Minister Mélanie Joly led Canada's delegation to the Farnborough International Airshow and promoted Canadian aerospace capabilities while meeting with industry leaders to foster collaboration. It also announces the Government of Canada's actions with Pratt & Whitney Canada to modernize its aircraft engine manufacturing center of…

The article reports that the Canadian government will establish the Uncrewed Systems Defence Innovation Secure Hub (UxS DISH) in Mirabel, Quebec, to develop and test drones and autonomous technologies for the Canadian Armed Forces, with $29.6 million over two years for an Espace Aéro-led group of 30 organizations. The hub, part of the Borealis…

The article reports that Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly announced up to $34 million in funding to U.S. defense contractor Pratt & Whitney to support a $275 million modernization of its Longueuil, Quebec operations, preserving 650 jobs. The funding, from the Strategic Response Fund, aims to bolster the Canadian aerospace sector and defend…