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Publication Date: April 8, 2026 - 04:00
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As drones upend tank warfare, Canada's army races to rethink its armour
April 8, 2026
Canada's army is weighing faster timelines for new armoured vehicles while rethinking tanks in light of Ukraine's drone-dominated battlefield. Aging Leopards need replacement, but commanders say technology — including uncrewed systems — will shape decisions, even as other priorities like air defence and long-range strike rank higher.
The practice is drawing scrutiny in Canada after labour representatives said at least one major telecommunications company may be using the accent technology with overseas agents.
May 6, 2026 - 05:00 | Alessia Simona Maratta | Global News - Canada
The practice is drawing scrutiny in Canada after labour representatives said at least one major telecommunications company may be using the accent technology with overseas agents.
May 6, 2026 - 05:00 | Alessia Simona Maratta | Global News - Ottawa
Prime Minister Mark Carney has promised the Department of National Defence an $84 billion spending boost over five years, presumably on the premise that DND can manage the money wisely and effectively. Read More
May 6, 2026 - 05:00 | Aaron Hutchins | Ottawa Citizen





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