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Canadian Armed Forces personnel conducted a drill simulating an enemy attack on a vehicle checkpoint on Wednesday in freezing Arctic conditions. Troops advanced through the snow in coordinated movements, detaining opposing role-players and extracting simulated casualties as part of the exercise, Major Lyle Borody of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment said.

A Canadian Armed Forces member deployed with NATO’s mission in Latvia has died, the Department of National Defence said Friday. Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, from Hamilton, Ont., died Thursday near Riga during Operation Reassurance, his first overseas deployment. Military police in Latvia and Canada are investigating, with officials saying there is no threat to other deployed...

The Canadian Armed Forces have left Pimicikamak Cree Nation after a federal deployment to assess damage caused by a winter power outage that crippled water and sewer systems. The military’s role was limited to assessments and logistics, despite requests for help with infrastructure repairs, Chief David Monias said. With 79 more homes now deemed damaged,...

More members of the Canadian Armed Forces have arrived in Pimicikamak First Nation as the community works to recover from serious water and infrastructure failures. A recent power outage caused frozen water systems, sewer backups and burst pipes, prompting military support and discussions on long-term prevention.

Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, a Canadian Armed Forces member who was deployed with the military’s NATO mission in Latvia was repatriated on Tuesday. The body of the 24-year-old arrived at 8 Wing Canadian Forces Base Trenton before a motorcade brought him to Toronto via the Highway of Heroes.

Newly unsealed court documents are shedding light on what police allege was an anti-government militia plot to violently seize land in the Quebec City region, involving four men with ties to the Canadian Armed Forces. Global’s Touria Izri reports.

New details emerged Friday in an alleged plot to take over land in Quebec City. Four men with ties to the Canadian Armed Forces were arrested last summer, accused of trying to build up an anti-government militia. Touria Izri reports.

The federal government recently announcing more funding in the budget for the Canadian Armed Forces. Many who fought for our country and those who continue to fight are proud of the investment into protecting Canada’s sovereignty. Kylie Stanton has more.

Canadian Armed Forces veterans Amy and Michael James share their family history of military service to our country.

Canada’s Defence Minister Steven McGuinty announced a new strategic partnership to strengthen military communications in the Arctic. The partnership is with Canadian firms Telesat and MDA Space and will develop satellite communications for the Canadian Armed Forces.

Auditor General of Canada Karen Hogan said Tuesday, while outlining her office’s recent reports into the Canada Armed Forces (CAF), that the CAF is not recruiting enough members and that retention is being impacted by a lack of adequate housing. She added that the Canadian government’s plans to improve retention are based on outdated data.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War 2. In Oshawa, tanks were seen rolling down the streets, along with members of the Canadian Armed Forces as the city came together to remember those who fought for our freedom. Moosa Imran has more.

This Remembrance Day has added significance for many Indigenous military members, veterans, and their families. The Canadian Armed Forces issued a formal apology for racial discrimination within the forces on Oct. 30th 2025, admitting they failed Indigenous service members.

General Jennie Carignan, Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, joins Miranda Anthistle on this Remembrance Day to reflect on the significance of November 11, the legacy of Canada’s veterans and the challenges and priorities facing the Canadian Armed Forces today.

Hundreds of junior high students in Halifax gathered as part of a nationwide Remembrance Day event. Canadian Armed Forces dignitaries and officials spoke at the No Stone Left Alone service, part of an ongoing effort to engage youth with Canada’s military history. Mitchell Bailey reports.

The Grey Cup has officially landed in Winnipeg, kicking off the championship festivities. In an eye-catching arrival, the Canadian Armed Forces delivered the trophy by helicopter. Hersh Singh reports.

The Duke of Sussex spent the final hours of his two-day visit to Toronto addressing a large crowd of mostly veterans at Liberty Grand Thursday. His trip to the city ahead of Remembrance Day honoured former members of the Canadian Armed Forces, and those who continue to fight for Canada on the front lines. Global’s...

Three years after Canadian Armed Forces veteran Samantha Wylie was killed in a horrific accident on a highway west of Calgary, the woman who was driving the other vehicle involved has been sentenced on a charge of impaired driving causing death. As Elissa Carpenter reports, Deirdre Snow will spend the next three-and-a-half years in a...

Auditor General Karen Hogan said Tuesday that 32 out of 35 buildings on Canadian Armed Forces bases inspected by her team were in need of “high-priority” repairs. She said some of the issues included problems with the drinking system, toilets that didn’t work and structural damage to exterior walls.

New Brunswick’s only Canadian Arms Forces base is hosting some critical training this month. The purpose is to keep both Canadian and allied military forces safe when dealing with improvised explosive devices in combat. Johnny James reports on the everchanging threats soldiers can face.