Matthew Shawn Robar
Master Warrant Officer Matthew Shawn Robar is a member of the Canadian Armed Forces who has served for over two decades. He recently made headlines after being charged with espionage for allegedly passing secrets to a foreign entity. His legal troubles escalated following a lengthy dispute with military authorities regarding disciplinary actions taken against him, including a recorded warning for conduct deficiencies. The charges against him stem from a joint investigation by the Canadian Forces Military Police and the RCMP, amidst growing concerns about foreign interference in Canada.
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Master Warrant Officer Matthew Shawn Robar was arrested and charged with multiple offences related to passing highly sensitive government secrets.
CAF espionage case linked to allegation that Postmedia journalist has ties to Russia
Canada· 2025-12-19
MWO Robar is a Canadian Armed Forces intelligence operator charged with espionage for allegedly exposing a fellow military member’s identity.
CAF member allegedly leaked the identity of a soldier involved in covert intelligenceCanada· 2025-12-17
Master Warrant Officer Matthew Robar is facing charges of espionage for allegedly sharing classified information with Ukraine.
Canadian military intelligence officer allegedly shared classified information with UkraineCanada· 2025-12-16
Master Warrant Officer Matthew Shawn Robar has been charged with passing secrets to a foreign entity and has been involved in a long dispute with the military over disciplinary action.
Canadian Forces member accused of espionage was in long dispute with military over disciplinary actionCanada· 2025-12-15
