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Feds announce nearly $1 billion for domestic defence innovation, including Bombardier aircraft

Mar 9th 2026

On March 9, 2026 the federal government announced nearly $1 billion to back domestic defence innovation, including support for Bombardier aircraft programs.

  • Federal government announced the package on March 9, 2026.
  • Total funding announced is nearly $1 billion.
  • The package includes support for Bombardier aircraft programs.
  • Officials said the money is meant to support domestic defence innovation.
  • The announcement was published at 12:23PM EDT and updated at 2:44PM EDT on March 9, 2026.

Sources

ctvnews.ca