Soldiers help with sandbagging the Okanagan
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Canadian Forces members are on a mission to sandbag the shores of Okanagan Lake. Continue reading
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Man accused in Toronto military recruitment centre attack acquitted of terror-related charges
Judge Ian MacDonnell says Ayanle Hassan Ali’s actions in May 2016 do not fit the intended scope of Canadian terrorism laws. Continue reading
Huawei, ZTE phones banned by Pentagon over spying fears neither sold nor banned by Canadian military
The Pentagon banned the sale of Huawei and ZTE phones on military bases on Wednesday and while the devices are not sold on Canadian bases, federal officials are saying little about whether they share American fears the devices could be used to spy on soldiers. Continue reading
Dundurn military base fire leaves area residents feeling frustrated
By Meaghan Craig Reporter
People are frustrated after an out-of-control grass fire and no warning from military officials as the situation unfolded. Continue reading
Man charged in Toronto military centre stabbing acted as ‘terrorist group of one’: Crown
The Crown argues that while Ali should be found not criminally responsible for his actions, he did commit a terrorist act and the court’s verdict should reflect that. Continue reading
Trial for man accused of terror attack on Toronto military recruitment centre begins
By Catherine McDonald Crime Specialist
The defence is arguing Ayanle Hassan Ali should be found not criminally responsible because he was incapable of knowing his conduct was morally wrong at the time of the attack. Continue reading
Airdrie veteran gets Governor General’s award for volunteerism
By Gil Tucker Reporter
It’s a sight you can’t miss driving along Main Street in Airdrie: a military light-armoured vehicle (LAV) just a few metres off the roadway. Continue reading
Vice-Admiral Mark Norman charged with breach of trust over alleged shipbuilding leak
Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, the second-in-command of the Canadian Forces, has been charged with breach of trust over allegations he leaked news that the Liberal government was considering cancelling a significant shipbuilding project inked by the Conservatives. Continue reading
Canadian military trying to decide how to handle marijuana legalization
The military is currently wrestling with the implications of marijuana legalization, including time restrictions on using the drug before going on duty. Continue reading
No more booze on military VIP flights, Team Canada tours suspended: Vance
The military will no longer serve booze while flying celebrities and public figures overseas to meet with Canadian troops. Continue reading
