Canada to Spend C$11 Billion on Six New Icebreakers, Carney Says

Canada will spend C$11 billion to build six new icebreakers, Prime Minister Mark Carney said, as Ottawa seeks to strengthen Arctic security and sovereignty. The vessels are expected to improve access through northern waters, support maritime operations, and reinforce Canada’s presence in a strategically important region. The investment comes amid rising competition in the Arctic and growing concerns about infrastructure and defense. Construction of the icebreakers could also create industrial jobs and expand domestic shipbuilding capacity over time for Canada.