Canada launches new hub to advance military drone and autonomous technology

The federal government is launching a new centre focused on developing and testing drones and autonomous technologies for the Canadian Armed Forces.The announcement was made by Defence Minister David J. McGuinty on July 14, with a goal of strengthening Canada’s defence industrial base and improve military capabilities.“Drones are changing the way modern militaries operate, and Canada must be ready to develop, test and adopt these technologies at speed,” said the honourable Dav