Canada approves $2.5 billion to boost Super Scooper water bomber output

Canada approves $2.5 billion to boost Super Scooper water bomber output

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On 7 November, the Canadian federal government approved up to $2. 5 billion in loans and loan guarantees for De Havilland Canada, enabling a second assembly line and raising the annual output of the DHC-515 water-scooping aircraft to 20 units.

The approval built on an earlier announcement on 30 October that the government would provide the same amount of financing to fund a second production line for the Super Scooper. Officials said the package, which also involves Export Development Canada, is expected to create roughly 1,200 new jobs.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney Canada De Havilland Aircraft Sherry Brydson Emily Hope Mike Flannigan

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Montreal, Canada Canada

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November 07, 2026
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Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of Super Scooper water bombers
Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of Super Scooper water bombers

Sudbury News • 07 Nov 21:00

The federal government announced financing to add a second production line for De Havilland's DHC-515 water bomber, aiming to meet growing domestic and international demand.

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Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of De Havilland water-bombers
Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of De Havilland water-bombers

SooToday.com • 07 Nov 15:02

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced federal financing to add a second production line for the DHC-515 Super Scooper, as demand for the aircraft rises worldwide.

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November 03, 2026
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Canada approves up to $2.5 billion to expand De Havilland water bomber production
Canada approves up to $2.5 billion to expand De Havilland water bomber production

Global News • 03 Nov 21:26

The federal government will provide up to $2.5 billion in loans and guarantees to De Havilland Canada, enabling a second assembly line and a planned increase to 20 water-scooping aircraft per year.

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Canada approves up to $2.5 billion in loans for De Havilland water-bomber expansion
Canada approves up to $2.5 billion in loans for De Havilland water-bomber expansion

The Globe and Mail • 03 Nov 18:48

The federal government will provide up to $2.5 billion in loans and loan guarantees to De Havilland Canada to fund a second assembly line and increase production of the DHC-515 water-scooping aircraft.

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De Havilland Canada to add 1,200 jobs as production of new water bomber expands
De Havilland Canada to add 1,200 jobs as production of new water bomber expands

Calgary Herald • 03 Nov 18:25

The federal government and Export Development Canada will provide up to $2.5 billion in financing to De Havilland Canada, enabling a second production line for the DHC-515 amphibious firefighting aircraft and creating roughly 1,200 new jobs.

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October 30, 2026
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Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of De Havilland Super Scooper water bombers
Canada invests up to $2.5 billion to expand production of De Havilland Super Scooper water bombers

Be Giant • 30 Oct 18:32

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced federal financing to add a second production line for the DHC-515 Super Scooper, aiming to meet rising global demand for the aircraft used in aerial firefighting.

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