# Canada Seeks Faster Defence Procurement

Former Canadian defence minister Peter MacKay argues that Canada must convert increased defence investment into equipment, personnel, and operational capability through faster, more accountable procurement. The proposed Defence Investment Agency under Bill C-40 could affect acquisition timelines and domestic-industry participation. The article identifies Arctic surveillance, autonomous systems, communications, ammunition, maintenance, cyber, and infrastructure as areas of need; it announces no RFP, contract award, or funding value.

- Contractors can assess capabilities and potential teaming opportunities in the identified defence sectors, while recognizing that the article describes needs rather than open solicitations.
- Companies should follow Bill C-40 and the proposed agency’s development, since its design may shape procurement speed and opportunities for Canadian industry.
- The signal provides no contract values or deadlines, so it does not establish a current bidding opportunity or procurement timetable.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** November 10, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of National Defence (DND)
- Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
- Defence Investment Agency

### Sources
- [Peter MacKay: Canada needs more than promises on defence procurement. We need results](https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/peter-mackay-canada-needs-more-223748411.html) - Yahoo! Finance Canada