What Happened
Deal Sparks Scrutiny Over CEO Ties and Lobbying Loopholes
The Canadian government has awarded a $2.3 billion contract to Telesat for the provision of secure satellite communications to the Canadian Armed Forces. The deal, announced by the Defence Investment Agency and Telesat LEO, will provide coverage across the Arctic beginning in 2028. The contract’s value could reach $2.7 billion if optional extensions are exercised. The award has sparked concerns over Prime Minister Mark Carney’s ties to Telesat CEO Dan Goldberg and potential gaps in Canada’s lobbying and ethics laws, as reported by an unknown source.