RUSI Nova Scotia Speaker Event
Distinguished Speaker - The RCN and Uncrewed Systems
26 August, 2026
The Royal United Services Institute of Nova Scotia extends an invitation to a presentation Thursday, 24 September, to hear a presentation by Commander Matthew Arthur, Commanding Officer, Advanced Naval Capabilities Unit, Royal Canadian Navy, about his unit's work with uncrewed systems. Uncrewed systems, a.k.a. drones, have gained considerable public and official attention, whether the systems are used for reconnaissance, surveillance, attack, logistics or other roles.
The introduction of drones into a military service requires careful consideration, planning and trial of production, doctrine, procedures, engineering and logistics.
Commander Arthur will discuss the work of the Advanced Naval Capabilities Unit with drones and what might be their future in the Royal Canadian Navy. The presentation will be conducted online (via Teams). It will start at 1300 Atlantic time, be followed by Q&A and finish by 1500 Atlantic time. Registration is required. To register, email RUSI(NS) by close-of-business Sunday, 20 September.
As the subject line for your registration email, put: RUSI(NS) Distinguished Speaker 24 September 2026 Registration.
Also indicate your unit, association or company. If after registering your availability changes and you are no longer able to attend, please advise RUSI(NS) as soon as possible so your spot can be re-assigned. Teams instructions will be emailed to registrants by end Monday, 21 September. If you have not received them by end 21 September, please check your spam folder and, if necessary, email RUSI(NS). RUSI(NS) events may be cancelled at short notice. Email RUSI(NS) if there is a question about an event occurring.
This email was sent to the RUSI(NS) associations dist list, both the usual/main addresses we have plus others listed for associations. Colin CAH DarlingtonCommander, Royal Canadian Navy (retired)Director, RUSI(NS) Royal United Services Institute of Nova ScotiaWeb: https://rusi-ns.caX: @RUSI_NSFacebook: Royal United Services Institute of Nova Scotia
The introduction of drones into a military service requires careful consideration, planning and trial of production, doctrine, procedures, engineering and logistics.
Commander Arthur will discuss the work of the Advanced Naval Capabilities Unit with drones and what might be their future in the Royal Canadian Navy. The presentation will be conducted online (via Teams). It will start at 1300 Atlantic time, be followed by Q&A and finish by 1500 Atlantic time. Registration is required. To register, email RUSI(NS) by close-of-business Sunday, 20 September.
As the subject line for your registration email, put: RUSI(NS) Distinguished Speaker 24 September 2026 Registration.
Also indicate your unit, association or company. If after registering your availability changes and you are no longer able to attend, please advise RUSI(NS) as soon as possible so your spot can be re-assigned. Teams instructions will be emailed to registrants by end Monday, 21 September. If you have not received them by end 21 September, please check your spam folder and, if necessary, email RUSI(NS). RUSI(NS) events may be cancelled at short notice. Email RUSI(NS) if there is a question about an event occurring.
This email was sent to the RUSI(NS) associations dist list, both the usual/main addresses we have plus others listed for associations. Colin CAH DarlingtonCommander, Royal Canadian Navy (retired)Director, RUSI(NS) Royal United Services Institute of Nova ScotiaWeb: https://rusi-ns.caX: @RUSI_NSFacebook: Royal United Services Institute of Nova Scotia
2026 Membership renewal from $35 to $40
After many years, our costs have risen to a point where we now can no longer cover our costs and regretfully, we have made the decision to raise our Membership Dues.
This decision has not been made easily nor without significant discussion. Security requirements for access to 17 Wing and base decisions that we pay for any staff required (bar tender) and costs for room rental, which was previously complimentary, are no longer.
Other locations may also require room rentals (ANAVETS for eg.). And as we all know, our food/snack costs are increasing as well along with banking costs. Thank you for your understanding