Minister McGuinty to deliver keynote address on Alberta’s support to Canada's defence and security
Press Release + Noah Note
August 4, 2026 – Calgary, Alberta – Department of National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will be traveling to Alberta from August 5-8, 2026, to highlight the Government of Canada’s long-term commitment to the province and its important role in Canada's defence, security, and innovation ecosystem.
Media are invited to the University of Calgary on August 6, 2026, where Minister McGuinty will deliver a keynote address. As part of his address, Minister McGuinty is expected to make an announcement in support of Canada’s commitment to rebuilding Canadian defence capacity and investing in the Canadian defence industry. A media availability will follow the remarks.
When: Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 9:00am (MDT).
Where: University of Calgary, Energy Environment Experiential Learning (EEEL) Building in the mezzanine area. 750 Campus Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2L 0Y2
Notes to editor
Media representatives who wish to participate are asked to contact National Defence’s media relations office at mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca to confirm their attendance.
Media are asked to arrive 30 minutes before the announcement is set to begin, with identification.
Noah Note: Im gonna guess this is Quantum DISH? That's veen Alberta's to lose for a while now and is supposed to be announced soon. Thats my throw in the dark.
The announcement is the launch of the Quantum Defence Innovation Secure Hub (DISH) at the University of Calgary under the BOREALIS program.