Model |
Type |
Number |
Dates |
Manufacturer |
Details
|
Improved combat uniform |
CADPAT |
24,000 |
2012– |
|
The decision to change the existing combat uniform is due to drying problems and poor integration with other operational equipment, as well as discolouration.[1] The Department of National Defence estimates the production rate would be about 24,000 ICU uniforms per year.
|
Small Arms Modernization Project |
Small arms |
N/A |
2012–2022 |
N/A |
In October 2007, Department of National Defence approved the Identification of the Small Arms Replacement Project II (SARP II). The SARP II will deliver a modern, networked integrated direct fire, multi-effect, portable anti-personnel and anti-material capability that includes weapons, fire control, munitions, training systems and logistic support. SARP II's cost exceeds $1 Billion between 2012–2022.[2]
|
Integrated Soldier System |
Network-centric warfare |
17,000 |
2010– |
|
|
Stealth snowmobile |
Snowmobile |
TBD |
TBD |
CrossChasm Technologies, Canada |
The Canadian Forces is developing a "stealth" snowmobile which can travel more than 15 km in electric mode or hybrid mode. $550,000 prototype tender awarded to CrossChasm Technologies of Waterloo, Ontario.[3][4]
|
Sniper Systems project |
C14 Timberwolf and C15 long-range sniper weapon |
TBD |
TBD |
|
The Canadian army will receive modernized C14 Timberwolf and C15 long-range sniper weapon sniper rifles. The two phases project included a new telescopic optical rifle sight, new semi-automatic sniper weapons (SASW), a new sniper rifle for training, ammunition, ballistic calculators, night vision (Image Intensified and Thermal Imagery: II-TI) for the rifle, new lightweight thermal and wet weather clothing and more.[5]
|
3D Dismounted Training System |
Virtual Training |
TBD |
2023–2036 |
TBD |
The project cost is estimated between $100–249 million to provide a realistic virtual environment for dismounted soldiers and tank crew.[6]
|
84mm Ammunition Project |
Carl Gustaf 8.4cm recoilless rifle |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
The project will provide new 84mm Smoke and Illumination ammunition for the existing Carl Gustav weapon system. The project cost is estimated between $20–49 million.[7]
|
84mm Carl Gustaf Upgrade |
TBD |
TBD |
2019–2036 |
TBD |
The project will replace the existing obsolete optical sight with a more sophisticated sighting system to improve accuracy, and which includes a target range finder. The project also include weapon simulator. The cost is estimated between $50–99 million.[8]
|
Active Protection System |
TBD |
TBD |
2022–2036 |
TBD |
The project will introduce new Active Protection System as per NATO STANAG 4686 for unspecific armoured fighting vehicle, which include sensors and counter-measure munitions. The project cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[9]
|
Active Radio Frequencies Protection Systems |
TBD |
TBD |
2023–2036 |
TBD |
Acquisition of sensor to detect radio frequency energy to detect improvised explosive devices (IED). The project cost is estimated between $50–99 million.[10]
|
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Detection and Defeat |
TBD |
TBD |
2019–2036 |
TBD |
The project will examine land and air based remote system to detect and defeat land mine and improvised explosive devices. The project cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[11]
|
Advanced Sub-Unit Water Purification System |
TBD |
TBD |
2016–2026 |
Rheinmetall Canada |
Acquisition of water purification system for up to 250 soldiers. The project funding range is $100 million to $249 million.[12]
|
Advanced Water Supply System |
TBD |
TBD |
2022–2036 |
TBD |
The water supply system will replace the existing system with water system, storage and supply. The project cost is estimate between $50–99 million.[13]
|
Airspace Coordination Center Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2017–2021 |
TBD |
Modernization of LAV-III fleet with new computer and data link to improve network communication with Canadian forces and allied platforms. The project cost is estimated between $20–49 million.[14]
|
Anti Tank Guided Missile Replacement |
TBD |
TBD |
2026–2036+ |
TBD |
Replacement of existing anti-tank weapons with a new multi-purpose, anti-armour, anti-structure. The weapon will be both portable / mounted system. The project is estimate between $250–450 million.[15]
|
Armoured Combat Support Vehicle (ACSV) |
LAV 6.0 |
360 |
2020–2025 |
General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada |
- General utility armoured vehicle replacement of existing M113 and LAV-II (Bison) fleet
- Will assist heavy- and light- armoured fighting vehicle on the battlefield.
- New ACSV will have different configurations including: ambulance, command and control, and maintenance.[16]
- Sole-sourced contract for 360 LAV 6.0 vehicles at a cost of $2 billion was signed in August 2019 with General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada, with deliveries starting in late 2020.[17][18]
|
Bridge and Gap Crossing Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2036 |
TBD |
The project will deliver light, medium and heavy bridging equipment to replace existing equipment. The equipment includes: infantry foot bridges, light support bridges, medium support bridges, heavy support bridges, heavy assault bridges, line of communication bridges and floating bridges and rafts. The project cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[19]
|
Body Armour Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2036 |
TBD |
The project will replace existing body armour with a new suite of light weight and modular armour. The project cost is estimated between $50–99 million.[20]
|
CF Land Electronic Warfare Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2019–2036 |
TBD |
The project includes new electronic warfare support, protection against electronic attack, counter-command and control electronic attack, electronic warfare planning and management and analysis, and electronic warfare vehicles. The project cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[21]
|
Soldier Helmet Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2036 |
NP Aerospace, Canada |
- The project will replace existing combat helmet with a modular and scalable combat helmet. The new combat helmet will improve blast, ballistic and blunt protection.
- Project cost is estimated between $20–49 million dollars.[22]
- Morgan Advanced Materials, was selected to provide their full-cut LASA AC914 for combat operations and the high-cut LASA AC915 for special operations.[23] NP Aerospace will supply the helmet over seven years.[24]
|
Night Vision System Modernization |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2025 |
TBD |
The project included laser range finder, laser designator, thermal image, I2 tubes. The project will cost between $100–249 million.[25]
|
Light Utility Vehicle Project |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2036 |
TBD |
Replacement of G-wagon and Chevrolet Silverado MilCOTS which are at end of useful lives. The cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[26]
|
Next Generation Small Arms |
TBD |
TBD |
2024–2036+ |
TBD |
Replacement of existing weapons with new lightweight combat small arms which include: rifle, machine gun, advancing sights, fire control system, accessories and ammunition. The project cost is estimated between $250–499 million.[27]
|
Soldier System 2030 |
TBD |
TBD |
2025–2036+ |
TBD |
The project includes a new Integrated Soldier System, combat uniform, sniper and weapons systems modernization. The cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[28]
|
Tank Life Extension |
TBD |
TBD |
2022–2036 |
TBD |
The Leopard 2 fleet requires a mid-life modernization by 2027. The cost is estimated between $100–249 million.[29]
|
Ground Based Air and Munitions Defence |
TBD |
TBD |
2018–2036 |
TBD |
The project will introduce a new, off-the-shelf weapon system to protect from a variety of air threats which include: radar, network and communication system as well as munition and weapon systems.[30]
|
Future Family of Unmanned Ground Vehicles |
TBD |
TBD |
2022–2036 |
TBD |
The project will deliver a fleet of non-lethal, unmanned ground vehicles (UGN) for search and rescue, CBRN, and casualty extraction.[31]
|
Light Armoured Vehicle Reconnaissance Surveillance System (LRSS) |
LAV 6.0 RECCE |
66 |
2021–2024 |
Canada / Israel /, United States |
Will replace the Coyote Reconnaissance Vehicle with 66 LAV 6.0 chassis by 2021.[32]
|