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Bell sold its first helicopter into Canada in 1945, a Bell 47 to Lundberg-Ryan Air Exploration. To better serve the growing market, Textron established its Canadian footprint with a new Supply Centre in 1969, followed by Bell’s further expansion with Supply Centres in Ottawa and Calgary in the 1970s.
In 1983, Canada’s government selected Bell to establish the helicopter industry in Canada. In 1986, Bell Textron Canada opened the doors of its Commercial Centre of Excellence in Mirabel, Quebec – home to a fully integrated design, manufacturing and delivery operation in service to the global helicopter market.
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Bell is ready to support the Canadian Armed Forces’ Next Tactical Aviation Capability Set (nTACS) project. Only tiltrotor can offer the speed and airlift capacity to assert Canada’s sovereignty, respond to natural disasters and emergencies throughout the country, and contribute to international operations with allies.
Since the 1960s, the Sûreté du Québec has relied on Bell aircraft to help maintain order and ensure the safety and protection of the population. With the recent addition of two SUBARU Bell 412EPX helicopters to its fleet, the Sûreté du Québec is better equipped to conduct search and rescue missions, preserve life, and support essential police operations with greater efficiency. The delivery of these two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs to the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable for use by the Sûreté du Québec marks a significant milestone for Bell, as it represents its 6,000th commercial aircraft built in Canada.
Bell has partnered with the Canadian Armed Forces for over 50 years, supporting the largest helicopter fleet in the Royal Canadian Air Force. The CH-146 Griffon, the most capable militarized Bell 412, includes 85 helicopters used for various missions in Canada and abroad. Bell is modernizing the fleet under the "Griffon Limited Life Extension" (GLLE) project and has an In-Service Support (ISS) contract until 2039.
Ready when the call comes. Bell offers solutions for air medical services with a range of products customized to your needs. Dating back to the original Model 47, Bell helicopters have been involved in the medical aviation industry for decades. When speed and time are critical, Bell aircraft deliver high cruise speeds that allow air medical operators to respond within the golden hour and maximize patient outcomes.
For over 75 years, Bell has been a trusted partner to public safety operators globally. Not only did we field the world's first fire helicopter and the world's first public safety helicopter, but we continue to support those same pioneering agencies today while collaborating with hundreds more. At Bell, we commit to empowering first responders by prioritizing operational readiness through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled support.
More than 1,000 Bell aircraft operate in Canada including those with the Canadian Coast Guard. The Coast Guard's red Bell helicopter fleet stands as a symbol of relief for countless citizens. The Bell 429's speed and efficiency saves precious time that ultimately makes the difference for its variety of missions.
Commercial Assembly and Delivery Centre
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Since 1986, Bell Textron Canada LTD. has delivered more than 6,000 helicopters to the global market and is represented by more than 1,600 employees and 550 Canadian suppliers. This site is dedicated to the development of rotorcraft capacities and subject matter expertise in Canada and occupies over 650,000 square feet alongside Mirabel airport, with 17 helipads and two runways. BTCL produces Bell’s light and medium lift helicopters, along with design, engineering, composite manufacturing, flight testing, certification, customization, and aftermarket support and services.
Canada Supply Centre
The Canada Supply Centre (SC) distributes spares to 14 Canadian Customer Service Facilities (CSFs) and several large fleet operators. The teams operate in a modern airside facility, within 1 mile of major freight carriers. The Centre supports Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard fleet, while sourcing spare parts to 10 Canadian Forces local and overseas bases, daily.
Bell Textron Canada has a dedicated workforce with a passion for our products and strong camaraderie. With added benefits like the 9/80 schedule, onsite celebrations, and employee sports clubs, Bell offers our employees great opportunities to excel in their career and connect with others.
Giving back to our local community is central to our company culture. Through a variety of activities Bell Textron Canada contributes to and supports partners who are working to fight hunger, heal chronic diseases, help students excel, and bring joy to families in need during the holidays.
Leadership Bios:
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The Bell Textron Canada Ltd. team is led by Michael Nault, its Vice President and General Manager, who draws on his 17 years of experience at Bell and Textron to pursue an integrated strategy and ensure the company’s competitiveness. He is supported by senior management, who continuously improve Bell’s operational experience, relationships with customers around the world and support to the Canadian Armed Forces, while developing various opportunities to innovate and take the company above and beyond flight.
Bell Textron Canada plays an important role in strengthening Canada’s aerospace sector. Our operations and investments support more than 6,200 Canadian jobs and contribute roughly 648 million to the country's GDP each year.
Since 1986, Bell Textron Canada LTD. has delivered more than 6,000 helicopters to the global market and is represented by more than 1,600 employees and 550 Canadian suppliers. This site is dedicated to the development of rotorcraft capacities and subject matter expertise in Canada and occupies over 650,000 square feet alongside Mirabel airport, with 17 helipads and two runways. BTCL produces Bell’s light and medium lift helicopters, along with design, engineering, composite manufacturing, flight testing, certification, customization, and aftermarket support and services.
The Canada Supply Centre (SC) distributes spares to 14 Canadian Customer Service Facilities (CSFs) and several large fleet operators. The teams operate in a modern airside facility, within 1 mile of major freight carriers. The Centre supports Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard fleet, while sourcing spare parts to 10 Canadian Forces local and overseas bases, daily.
Bell Textron Canada has a dedicated workforce with a passion for our products and strong camaraderie. With added benefits like the 9/80 schedule, onsite celebrations, and employee sports clubs, Bell offers our employees great opportunities to excel in their career and connect with others.
Giving back to our local community is central to our company culture. Through a variety of activities Bell Textron Canada contributes to and supports partners who are working to fight hunger, heal chronic diseases, help students excel, and bring joy to families in need during the holidays.
The Bell Textron Canada Ltd. team is led by Michael Nault, its Vice President and General Manager, who draws on his 17 years of experience at Bell and Textron to pursue an integrated strategy and ensure the company’s competitiveness. He is supported by senior management, who continuously improve Bell’s operational experience, relationships with customers around the world and support to the Canadian Armed Forces, while developing various opportunities to innovate and take the company above and beyond flight.
Bell Textron Canada plays an important role in strengthening Canada’s aerospace sector. Our operations and investments support more than 6,200 Canadian jobs and contribute roughly 648 million to the country's GDP each year.
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Commercial Assembly and Delivery Centre
12,800 De L’Avenir
Mirabel, Qc, Canada
J7J 1R4
+1 450-971-6500
Bell Supply Centre
58 Aero Dr NE #101
Calgary, AB, Canada
T2E 8Z9
+1 403-275-3555
Isabelle Côté
Senior Manager, Contracts
Bell Textron Canada
12 800 de l'AvenirMirabel, QC, Canada
J7J 1R4
icote2@bellflight.com
Phone: +1-450-971-6500 #6822
