Top Aces to Acquire Select Global International, Strengthening Canadas Sovereign Fighter Pilot Training Capability

June 11, 2026

Top Aces Inc. (“Top Aces”), a global leader in advanced operational air combat training, today announced an agreement to acquire Select Global International (“SGI”), a Canadian defence company with deep expertise in simulatorbased fighter pilot instruction supporting the Royal Canadian Air Force (“RCAF”).

Founded in 2013, SGI has built a strong reputation delivering highfidelity synthetic training solutions for CF18 aircrew. The company is comprised of highly experienced former CF18 instructor pilots, many of whom have recent operational and command experience within the RCAF.

The acquisition brings together SGI’s synthetic training expertise with Top Aces’ more than 20 years of advanced livefly operational training, creating a uniquely integrated capability across live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training environments. The combined team represents an unparalleled cadre of subject matter experts with direct experience designing and delivering all elements of modern fighter training.

Together, the companies will deliver a capability that directly supports Canada’s Operational Training Infrastructure Enterprise Modernization (OTIEM) program and advances the objectives of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy, strengthening domestic training expertise at a critical moment aligned with the RCAF’s transition to a fifth-generation force.

Paul Bouchard, Chief Executive Officer of Top Aces stated: “Our acquisition of SGI marks an important step in strengthening Canada’s ability to train for the future fight. By combining the expertise of SGI and Top Aces, we are uniquely positioned to deliver a Canadianled, live and synthetic blended training solution that directly supports the RCAF’s transition to a fifth generation fighter capability.”

Yves Renaud, Owner and President of SGI, welcomed the next chapter for the company and its people. “Our team is proud of the role we have played in supporting Canada’s CF18 pilots,” said Mr. Renaud. “Becoming part of Top Aces allows us to build on that legacy – contributing our expertise to a more holistic training solution for the RCAF’s next generation.”

The transaction further reinforces Top Aces’ longstanding commitment to advancing mission readiness across Canada, NATO, and allied partner forces through proven, operationally relevant training solutions. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and third party consents.

Source : Top Aces Inc.