David Pugliese
David Pugliese is the Canada correspondent for Defense News.
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Canada dials up defense spending with an eye on bridges to Europe
The new money will allow Canada to reach by April 2026 the NATO goal of spending two percent of GDP on defense.
Lockheed Goes on the Offensive in Canada’s F-35 Debate
As Canada considers a purchase of Super Hornet fighter jets from Boeing, Lockheed Martin is threatening to cut Canadian companies out of work on the F-35.
Canadian Fighter-Jet Debate Turns Testy
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has slammed the F-35, labeling the aircraft as a fighter that “does not work,” as his government considers the purchase of Boeing Super Hornets instead.
Canada Targets Super Hornet Buy, For Now
The Canadian government wants to acquire the Super Hornet to fill its fighter capability gap on an interim basis.
Canada Targets Shipbuilding Costs
The Canadian government will boost staff to better track shipbuilding costs.
Canadian Military Looks to Expand Arctic Footprint
The Canadian military is looking at expanding its logistics footprint in the Arctic as it sets the stage for more of a presence in the barren and isolated region.
$11B Canadian Export Deal Challenged in Court
A lawsuit that could potentially derail the largest weapons export deal in Canadian history will be heard in court as early as next month.
Canada Rethinks Joining US Missile Defense Program
The Canadian government has put the possibility of its military joining the U.S.
Canada Expected To Scale Back Programs, Post Defense Review
The Canadian government is widely expected to scale back or eliminate some of the military’s planned equipment programs and could see niche roles emerge for the country’s military.
Canadian Participation in F-35 Program Remains Murky
Canada will pay its next installment to continue participation in the F-35 program, prompting confusion over its intentions for JSF
