Hamilton adds drone technology to firefighting capabilities
Hamilton Emergency Services will be buying a drone for use in search and rescue operations. Continue reading
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Canadian drone pilot on mission to map hurricane-ravaged Bahamas
By Albert Delitala Digital Video Journalist
“Missions like this help that nation prove the extent of the damage. [Government] managers get a better understanding of just how bad it is so they can figure out their steps in rebuilding.” Continue reading
New Brunswick latest province to address drone use in game hunting
Mike Holland, the province’s minister of energy and resource development, told reporters this week that using a drone to hunt is an offence because the province classifies drones as aircraft, which cannot be used in hunting. Continue reading
Main priority is to de-escalate U.S.-Iran tensions: France foreign minister
French President Emmanuel Macron is due to meet British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, whose countries are also parties to the nuclear deal, on Monday, as well as Trump and Rouhani. Continue reading
Eyes in the sky: 3 new Vancouver police drones could be flying by year’s end
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Police say their new policy excludes use for surveillance, but could allow drone use during an active police incident. Continue reading
Drone pilot fined by government after flying device over crowds during Raptors celebrations
Transport Canada says it will serve up a fine of $2,750 to the individual, who was not identified, following its investigation into the incidents in mid-June. Continue reading
Israel says it has prevented imminent Iranian drone strike from Syria
In recent days, U.S. officials have said that Israeli strikes have also hit Iranian targets in Iraq. Continue reading
Southern Alberta agriculture event showcases the latest in farming technology
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
Southern Albertan farmers held an event called Open Farm Day Saturday to inform the public just far how far the industry has come. Continue reading
NSCAD students to become certified drone pilots in a rapidly growing industry
The North American drone industry continues to expand and grow in both the U.S. and Canada. Continue reading
Police probe drone flying ‘dangerously close’ to aircraft at Peterborough Airport
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
Police say pilots twice saw a drone flying in their airspace at the airport. Continue reading