The Liberal government is basing Canada's new warships on the design of the British-built Type 26 frigate. A mixed fleet using either one of the alternate designs and the existing Type 26 also would result in savings. The statement said the decision to select the Type 26 design was made based upon the capabilities it will bring to the navy. "Conservatives continue to support our plan to revitalize the Royal Canadian Navy and the National Shipbuilding Strategy. He said he believes the only fair comparison is between the existing Type 26 design and the FREMM frigate because they have similar capabilities.

Source: CBC News February 24, 2021 17:51 UTC