QSA's Week in Defence (#15, 2025)

Tribunal clears Primex complaint; Military export report released; Carney outlines defence procurement plans; MPs discuss military modernization; Senators weigh in on Ukraine support.

QSA's Week in Defence (#15, 2025)

Good morning! Welcome back to Queen Street Analytics' weekly roundup of regulatory developments, legislative discussions, political announcements and other government-related news concerning Canada's national defence, cybersecurity, border security, weapons systems, military commitments, and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

Every Monday, we break down the most important updates in this space in under five minutes.

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Start Date: 2025-04-13
End Date: 2025-04-19

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Annual Report on Military Exports Released

Global Affairs Canada published its annual report detailing exports of military goods and technology from Canada. The report offers insights into Canada's export activities, including arms and ammunition. This data is crucial for understanding Canada's position in international arms trade and compliance with the Export and Import Permits Act.

Sources: Open Government Data Set: open.canada.ca

Canadian International Trade Tribunal Clears Primex Complaint

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal has dismissed a complaint by Primex Project Management Ltd. regarding a procurement process by the Department of National Defence. Primex alleged irregularities, including poaching of employees post-award. The Tribunal found the complaint invalid after reviewing evidence and trade agreement provisions. Further details can be obtained from the Registry.

Sources: Gazette, Part I: www.gazette.gc.ca