RCAF Modernization in 2024, DEW Joins Team Vigilance, New QRA Facility and more
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RCAF Modernization in 2024
One hundred years ago, the Royal Canadian Air Force emerged out of the First World War and the industrial age. While the nature of war has remained constant over millennia, it was the ability to produce weapons like the submarine, the tank and the airplane in significant numbers that irrevocably changed its character. These innovations made war possible at a speed and scale that has only increased as other domains have been added including space, cyber and information. The potential for conflict now transcends the physical, and its reach and speed largely negate any privilege Canada once had due to its geography.
DEW Engineering Joins VARD Marine’s Team Vigilance Preferred Supplier Program
At CANSEC 2023, Vard Marine Inc. (VARD), a prominent subsidiary of Fincantieri, proudly introduced VIGILANCE, its innovative solution aimed at replacing the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) aging Kingston Class Maritime Coastal Defence Vessels (MCDV). This initiative falls under Pillar Two of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), and VARD has partnered with Thales Canada, Ontario Shipyards, SH Defence, and Fincantieri to ensure the RCN receives a state-of-the-art, lightweight, and flexible military asset. VIGILANCE is designed to surpass the capabilities of the MCDV and Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessels (AOPV), especially in the challenging littoral battlespace, where it is expected to play a crucial role.
Modernizing Canada’s Defence: A New Era at CFB Bagotville
As part of Canada’s ambitious push to modernize its defence capabilities, significant progress is being made at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Bagotville in Quebec. The base, already a key hub for the nation’s defense, is now the site of a major construction project—a new Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) facility. On August 12, 2024, Parliamentary Secretary Marie-France Lalonde, representing Minister of National Defence Bill Blair, officially announced the commencement of this pivotal development.
Game Changer: France Hébert, Vice-President & General Manager, Defence & Security Canada, CAE
France Hébert began her career in the defence industry over 35 years ago by joining the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). She graduated from the Royal Military College (RMC) of Canada in Kingston, Ontario, with a degree in Engineering Physics. Her education at RMC emphasized academics, leadership, athletics, and bilingualism, shaping her into a well-rounded leader with strong teamwork skills.
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CAE is Ready to Meet Military Challenges – Today and Tomorrow
The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) plays a vital role in Canada’s defence and contributes significantly to global peace and security. Recognizing a century of service to Canada and to its Allies, the RCAF embodies the values of excellence, integrity, and dedication. It remains a pillar of aviation professionalism and a source of pride for all Canadians.
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Collaborating with the CAF to Deliver Emerging Solutions at Pace
An interview with Steve O’Brien, CD Tactical Systems Integration Lab Lead and Joe Milligan, CD, LC4ISR Support Manager.
In the latest episode of Vanguard Radio, host J. Richard Jones is joined by Steve O’Brien, CD, Tactical Systems Integration Lab Lead and Joe Milligan, CD, LC4ISR Support Manager of General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada.
After a 27-year career in the CAF, serving in both the Infantry and Signal Corps, Steve O’Brien retired as a Master Warrant Officer and joined GDMS-C shortly after as a Mission Specialist. He is currently the Lead for several teams that support the Tactical Systems Integration Lab and provide on-site assistance to CAF fielding trials, exercises, and deployments.
After a career with the CAF, Joe transitioned to being a Trainer with GDMS and has spent the last 20 years in a support role as an FSR and Mission Specialist with GDMS. Joe is currently the LC4ISR Field Support Manager. Joe’s teams support delivery, deployment, and operation of LC4ISR products to CAF as well as other nations.
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is a global defence and aerospace company with a worldwide reputation for excellence. In Canada, their operations focus on the delivery and support of C4ISR solutions for the Canadian Armed Forces and allied forces worldwide. They are proud to have been a partner with the Canadian government, industry colleagues, indigenous partners, and SMEs in developing and delivering innovative products and services for over 75 years in Canada. Through continuous engagement they have built a critical understanding of user needs and are confidently providing the capabilities necessary to support mission success today and into the future.
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