SECURITYMay 25 · 15:32 UTCCBC NEWS

Feds lease 10 new firefighting aircraft as wildfire season gets underway

The Canadian federal government has leased 10 new firefighting aircraft for use by firefighting agencies across Canada as the 2026 wildfire season begins. These aircraft aim to enhance wildfire response capabilities during the upcoming season.

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