Minister Lightbound and Minister Joly to announce contracts in support of Canadian Armed Forces operations

March 27, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario

The Honourable Jol Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, and the Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will announce new contracts awarded by the Defence Investment Agency in support of Canadian Armed Forces operations.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

Date: March 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Mirabel, Quebec

Notes for media

  • Media wishing to attend this announcement are asked to confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of the media organization they represent to the Public Services and Procurement Canada Media Relations team at [email protected] by 8:00 am on March 30.
  • Please include "RSVP for March 30 Press Conference" in the subject line of the email.
  • Event location details will be shared once media have registered.
  • Media attending the event are asked to arrive no later than 9:30 am.

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