The navy is getting new submarines. What will Canada use them for?
The choice could give Canada up to 12 stealth submarines with long-range strike capability and stronger Arctic patrol reach, officials said.
- Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois, commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, described submarines as the 'ultimate deterrent' and said Canada is reentering the submarine field quickly.
- The federal government plans to soon select a preferred bidder to build a modern submarine fleet to replace the Victoria class, retiring by the mid-2030s.
- The Liberal government plans for up to 12 stealthy, lethal submarines capable of Arctic deployment.
- The submarine contract decision is expected by the end of the month, 'plus or minus a couple of days.
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The Chronicle-Journal
A submarine economic boom is just around corner. So are the challenges.
OTTAWA - As Ottawa inches closer to deciding who will supply the navy's next fleet of submarines, both the benefits and challenges involved in replacing Canada's four rusting antiques are coming to the surface.
The Government of Canada is about to make a decision on Canada's patrol submarine project.
The Toronto Star
The navy is getting new submarines. What will Canada use them for?
OTTAWA - The new commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois, told a recent change-of-command ceremony that submarines are the “ultimate deterrent" and Canada's navy is getting back
Royal Canadian Navy's New Submarine Plans
The new commander of the Royal Canadian Navy, Vice-Admiral Dan Charlebois, told a recent change-of-command ceremony that submarines are the “ultimate deterrent” and Canada’s navy is getting back into the sub game in a big way — “faster than most will believe.” The federal government is expected to soon name its preferred bidder for a contract to build a modern fleet of submarines to replace the aging Victoria class boats that will be retired by …
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