David McGuinty
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Making ammunition in Canada ‘essential’ for independence: defence ministerDefence Minister David McGuinty announced the launch of the Canadian Defence Industry Resilience Program Wednesday, with a focus on making ammunition in Canada.Canada11 hours
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Canada knew ‘from the beginning’ CAF wouldn’t help attack Iran: ministerDefence Minister David McGuinty said the Canadian Armed Forces 'are not involved in the prosecution of this war' while underscoring that position is not going to change.CanadaMar 17
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Canada ‘will not be participating’ in Iran war, defence minister saysDavid McGuinty added that Canada has not yet decided to join its NATO allies in offering assistance to Persian Gulf nations that have come under attack by Iran.WorldMar 9
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Canadian troops in Middle East ‘are all fine’ amid Iran war, McGuinty saysMcGuinty did not offer specifics Tuesday when asked how many Canadian military personnel are in the region, saying only there are 'some.'CanadaMar 3
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F-35 fighter jet purchase ‘remains under review,’ defence minister saysCanadian Minister of National Defence David McGuinty says the country's planned acquisition of 88 F-35 fighter jets from the United States 'remains under review.'CanadaJan 28
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Halifax security forum draws global crowd to discuss future of democracyDefence Minister David McGuinty will host the Halifax International Security Forum, an event watched closely for its discussions among democratic allies about collective defence.CanadaNov 21, 2025
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Minister won’t say why Ottawa cancelled Ukraine armoured vehicle contractDefence Minister David McGuinty was pressed about the contract at the House of Commons national defence committee while speaking on Canada's defence spending and NATO commitments.CanadaOct 21, 2025
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Ottawa reintroduces ‘pivotal’ military justice reforms legislationThe legislation would remove the military’s ability to investigate and prosecute sexual offences under the Criminal Code and turn it over to civilian authorities.CanadaSep 26, 2025
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Canada reviewing defence spending ‘top to bottom’ as NATO eyes 5%: ministerDavid McGuinty said the federal government will have more to say "very soon" about its alliance spending commitments and will be "making announcements in this regard."CanadaJun 5, 2025
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Canada’s new military investment urgency will rival WWII, minister vowsThe federal government will take "immediate and decisive action" to rebuild Canada's military, Defence Minister David McGuinty told an audience of military contractors in Ottawa.PoliticsMay 28, 2025
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