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Pentagon spending cuts would kill big programsThe United States would trim U.S. missile-defense spending, cancel some big-ticket weapons programs and buy more arms for fighting insurgents in places like Iraq and Afghanistan, under a 2010 budget plan.
Doomed helicopter failed vital safety test, files revealWhen the Canadian government placed a $5-billion order for 28 Sikorsky S-92s in 2004, the model was touted as “the safest helicopter in the world,” with an advanced design certified to tough safety standards that made it ideal for risky offshore operation
World reacts to North Korean rocket launch
International reaction to reports of a rocket launch by North Korea Sunday ranged from calls for an immediate U.N. Security Council meeting to suggestions of measured diplomacy.
NATO chooses Danish PM as new leader
NATO leaders ended the alliance's 60th-annivesrary summit by agreeing on a new leader and on an Afghanistan strategy that calls for more resources to train and support the Afghan National Army and police force.
Soldiers serve as door gunners on helicopters in Afghanistan
Kandahar, Afghanistan — Soldiers from the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group, are flying as helicopter door gunners in Afghanistan. They are the first Canadian air gunners to engage in combat since the Second World War.
Sub goes west for refit
OTTAWA — The long-mothballed submarine HMCS Chicoutimi took a big step on Wednesday toward seaworthiness when it was loaded on a heavy lift ship in Bedford Basin to be transported to British Columbia for a refit.
China's new super missile targets U.S. carriersWASHINGTON, April 1 (UPI) -- China is developing a new, nasty surprise for the U.S Navy's aircraft carrier battle groups -- a super-long-range anti-ship ballistic missile with a range of 1,200 miles.
Polar Epsilon Project
The Polar Epsilon project provides enhanced surveillance capabilities for the Department of National Defence/Canadian Forces (DND/CF), which will improve their ability to act quickly in the event of a crisis at home and overseas.
Air Force celebrates 85 years of service
On April 1, Canada's Air Force celebrated its 85th birthday. The Canadian Air Force was formed in 1920, after Canadians distinguished themselves as military aviators in the First World War.
Navy diver awarded Star of Courage
When Petty Officer 2nd Class Jim Leith was called to the admiral’s office in Halifax, he wracked his brains to figure out what he’d done wrong. “I must be in the ka-ka,” he muttered to himself, “but I don’t remember doing anything.”
UK in Iraq, the beginning of the endThe withdrawal of British forces from Iraq will begin today as the top British general in southern Iraq hands over his command to an American general in Basra.
HMCS Winnipeg set to join NATO fleet
This week HMCS Winnipeg will become the fifth Canadian ship since 2006 to join Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 (SNMG1), this time in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. SNMG1 is a multinational, integrated maritime force consisting of
PM: Afghan role will remain deadly
More American boots on the ground won't make the mission easier or less deadly for Canadian troops in Kandahar, says Prime Minister Stephen Harper.
Air force chief defends $3B plan for new aircraft
Canada's air force chief blasted lobbyists and aerospace industry players Friday for "beating" on the Defence Department for its handling of the $3-billion plan to buy a new fleet of fixed-wing search-and-rescue planes
Israel successfully tests anti-rocket systemIsrael has successfully tested a high-tech system designed to protect civilians from rocket attacks by militant groups in Gaza and south Lebanon, the Defence Ministry said.
Defence officials said Friday in the wake of the test that the Iron Dome syste
Canada to control smaller area in AfghanistanCanada's area of responsibility in the Taliban heartland is to be cut nearly in half by summer as part of U.S. President Barack Obama's new Afghan strategy, which is to be announced in Washington on Friday.
Tanks, choppers trump Snowbirds' jets
OTTAWA–New planes for the iconic Snowbirds air demonstration team are less important than tanks, helicopters and bomb-proof road clearing equipment in Afghanistan, Defence Minister Peter MacKay says.
Doug 
An American comic slated to play in Edmonton has been dumped after slagging Canadian soldiers on a Fox News talk show.
Doug Benson was set to appear at The Comic Strip in West Edmonton Mall April 2 to 5, according to his Myspace page.

Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, announced several Defence infrastructure projects during the past week that will have significant impact on 4 Wing Cold Lake, 17 Wing Winnipeg and 12 Wing Shearwater.
Conference goers discuss women's integration in CF
Ottawa, Ontario – “It’s been twenty years since the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal provided the legal basis for the integration of women into all environments and roles in the Canadian Forces,” said Lieutenant-General Andrew Leslie
New Pacific fleet commander named
After two years as Commander Canadian Fleet Pacific (CANFLTPAC), newly promoted Rear-Admiral Nigel Greenwood turned over command to Commodore Ron Lloyd in a ceremony aboard the supply ship HMCS Protecteur on March 14.
Governor General announces 41 Decorations for Bravery
OTTAWA—Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, today announced the awarding of five Stars of Courage and 36 Medals of Bravery. The recipients will be invited to receive their decorations at a ceremony to be held at
Heroes recognized at breakfast functionA handful of remarkable Air Force heroes were graciously honoured by the Air Force Association of Canada (AFAC) at its annual Dawn Patrol breakfast in Ottawa's Chateau Laurier
Orca-class vessel performs historic hoist
History was made this month on Patrol Class Training vessel Renard when a Sea King helicopter carefully lowered a mail bag on to the quarter deck during Exercise SILVER, the second phase of Olympic security training held in Vancouver recently.
Adding their names to history
In recognition of the Canadian Centennial of Flight on February 23, 2009, every Canadian Forces air crew member that flew on the historic date will have their names listed on a commemorative scroll which will eventually find a permanent home in an Air For
General, Aboriginal chief train in ice rescue
Sandy Lake, Ontario – A Canadian Forces general and the chief of an isolated Oji-Cree community shared a first-time experience when they entered the frigid water of Sandy Lake, in northern Ontario, via a hole in the ice.
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