So there are TWO threads about Canada & F-35s? I'll plonk this official
DOGma here:
Canada Moves Closer to Delivering 88 Fighter Jets for the RCAF March 28, 2022 -
Gatineau, [is that a cake?]
Quebec - Public Services and Procurement Canada and National Defence
Canada Moves Closer to Delivering 88 Jets for the RCAF (f35.com)
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"...The multi-step assessment process took into account a wide range of factors, including capabilities, cost, as well as economic benefits and impacts. Recognizing that these fighter jets must effectively serve the RCAF and Canadians over the coming decades, Canada evaluated these aircraft against typical scenarios familiar to NATO and NORAD allies, which were further tailored to meet the needs of the RCAF, including Canada’s unique northern geography. We are confident that this competitive process will deliver the best results for the Canadian Armed Forces and for Canadians.
During this process, the government has concurrently been preparing the 2 main operating bases for Canada’s future fighter aircraft, 4 Wing Cold Lake and 3 Wing Bagotville, by awarding 2 contracts to undertake infrastructure upgrades to support the delivery of these future fighters. On August 27, 2020, National Defence announced a $9.2-million contract to EllisDon in Edmonton for the design of a new fighter jet facility at 4 Wing Cold Lake. On October 2, 2020, National Defence announced a $12.1-million contract to EllisDon-EBC Inc. Joint Venture of Ottawa for the design of a new fighter jet facility at 3 Wing Bagotville. This infrastructure will support the long-term maintenance and operation of these new aircraft and brings Canada another step closer to delivering the infrastructure our aviators need for the future....
...Quick facts
The Government of Canada launched an open and transparent [LIKE FAN DANCING] competitive process to acquire new fighter jets in 2017...."