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Canada Cancels $250 Million Military Vehicle Deal with Ukraine

10/23/2025

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Canada canceled a contract to refurbish and supply 25 light armored vehicles to Ukraine, announced by Defense Minister David McGuinty.
The project began nearly two years ago to assist Ukraine amid Russia's invasion and was valued at up to $250 million.
McGuinty did not provide reasons for the cancellation, citing confidentiality.
The government has not indicated whether it will reclaim the decommissioned vehicles handed to Armatec Survivability for refurbishment.

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Canada canceled a contract to refurbish and supply 25 light armored vehicles to Ukraine, announced by Defense Minister David McGuinty.
The project began nearly two years ago to assist Ukraine amid Russia's invasion and was valued at up to $250 million.
McGuinty did not provide reasons for the cancellation, citing confidentiality.
The government has not indicated whether it will reclaim the decommissioned vehicles handed to Armatec Survivability for refurbishment.