PartnershipJul 8, 2026, 08:02 AM
Telesat Lightspeed to Provide Arctic Connectivity to Canadian Armed Forces
AI Summary
Telesat LEO ULC, a subsidiary of Telesat Corporation, has reached an agreement in principle with Canada's Defence Investment Agency to provide Telesat Lightspeed services. This agreement will deliver secure Military Ka-band (Mil-Ka) Arctic connectivity to the Canadian Armed Forces for the ESCP-P program, covering 65 to 90 degrees North latitude. The comprehensive solution will include network integration, user terminals, ground infrastructure, training, and support services. A definitive contract is expected in the coming weeks, with no impact on the Q1 2028 global service delivery timeline for Telesat Lightspeed.
Key Highlights
- Telesat LEO ULC reached an agreement in principle with Canada's Defence Investment Agency.
- Agreement is for Telesat Lightspeed services to deliver secure Military Ka-band (Mil-Ka) Arctic connectivity.
- Services are for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Enhanced Satellite Communications Project – Polar (ESCP-P) program.
- Connectivity will span Canada's Arctic region, from 65 to 90 degrees North latitude.
- Program includes end-to-end network integration, user terminals, ground infrastructure, training, and support.
- Definitive contract expected to be completed in the coming weeks.
- Agreement will not impact Telesat Lightspeed global service delivery timing, remaining on track for Q1 2028.
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