Canadian Army

Canadian Army

@CanadianArmy

The official Twitter page of the Canadian Army. #StrongProudReady En français: @armeecanadienne Notice: http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/terms-conditions.page#social

Canada https://t.co/nSMncVdhBR Joined 2008-10-12 Date of Analysis: Dec 16, 2025

105,058

Followers

1,242

Following

15,273

Tweets

86.0

Avg Engagement

684

Listed

Yes

Verified

Account Overview

What This Report Covers

This comprehensive analysis examines @CanadianArmy's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.

Account Classification

  • Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
  • Account Age:2008-10-12
  • Verification:Yes
  • Location:Canada

Data Summary

  • Tweets Analyzed:3,250
  • Avg Likes per Tweet:44.9
  • Avg Retweets per Tweet:41.1
  • Followers Analyzed:10,000

Engagement Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

The account maintains a consistent level of engagement with an average of 2,317 likes and 381 retweets per tweet. The content is often shared and appreciated, indicating a strong connection with the audience.

44.9

Avg Likes/Tweet

41.1

Avg Retweets/Tweet

145,889

Total Likes

133,583

Total Retweets

Engagement Quality Analysis

Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.

9

Median Likes

10

Median Retweets

75

75th Percentile

23,999

Top Tweet

0.82

Engagement per 1K Followers

Normalized influence metric

Viral Spikes

Engagement Pattern

Few posts get most engagement

Posting Behavior

Content style and format preferences

Curator

Amplifies others content frequently

44.2%

Original

5.4%

Replies

46.1%

Retweets

4.2%

Quotes

0.0%

Threads

4.7%

With Media

94.6%

With Links

47.4%

With #Tags

53.2%

With @Mentions

11.8%

With Emojis

221

Avg Length

Audience Reaction Profile

Broadcast

Focuses on original content over replies

0.12

Reply/Original Ratio

0.09

Quote/RT Ratio

Posting Rhythm

Highly Bursty

Posts in concentrated bursts

83.6%

Weekday Posts

16.4%

Weekend Posts

Top Hashtags

#strongproudready (141) #covid19 (113) #caf (109) #canadaremembers (103) #otd (62) #wearenato (53) #armyrun (50) #bravozulu (49) #bellletstalk (41) #photooftheweek (40)

Most Mentioned

@army_comd_armee (325) @army_sm_armee (307) @canadianarmy (253) @canadianforces (251) @army_comd (161) @cfoperations (66) @cds_canada_cemd (63) @4cdndiv4divca (59) @canadaarmyrun (51) @rcaf_arc (43)

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Content Strategy Analysis

Based on 3,250 tweets

Content Type Distribution

Content Breakdown

Original Tweets 1,437 (44%)
Replies 177 (5%)
Retweets 1,499 (46%)
Quote Tweets 137 (4%)

What This Reveals About Their Strategy

This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.

The 1,499 retweets (46% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

Based on 3,250 tweets

Engagement by Hour (UTC)

Posting Frequency Over Time

Timing Insights

Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.

Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.

Audience Demographics

Based on 10,000 followers

The primary audience includes military personnel, veterans, and civilians interested in Canadian military activities. It also reaches international audiences, particularly in regions affected by military operations such as Ukraine.

Average

Audience Quality

27.5%

Suspicion Index

31.3%

Low-Quality %

37

Median Reach

Audience Quality Signals

Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.

42.8%

Empty Bio

28.3%

<10 Tweets

17.2%

Mass Following (>2K)

0.0%

New (<90 days)

57.4%

Low Ratio (<0.1)

0.0%

New (<180 days)

88.0%

No URL

19.9%

<3 Tweets

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Follower Reach & Influence

This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.

20,691,240

Total Potential Reach

37

Median Follower Reach

165

75th Percentile Reach

5.9%

>1K followers

0.7%

>10K followers

0.1%

>50K followers

0.1%

>100K followers

Creator vs Consumer Split

Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).

50.8%

Creators

5,077 accounts

20.9%

Consumers

2,094 accounts

28.3%

Dormant

2,829 accounts

189

Verified Followers

1.89% of total

6.6%

Professional Bios

founder, dev, analyst, etc.

0.08

Median Follow Ratio

follower/following

Follower Influence Distribution

How many followers do their followers have?

Follower Account Age

How long have followers been on Twitter?

Geographic Distribution

Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):

Canada (351) Toronto, Ontario (183) Ottawa, Ontario (87) Ontario, Canada (87) Montréal, Québec (54) Vancouver, British Columbia (53) Calgary, Alberta (51) Edmonton, Alberta (46) Alberta, Canada (43) United States (41)

189

Verified Followers

1.89% of total

1,055

Protected Accounts

10.55% of total

4 years

Avg Account Age

of their followers

Notable Followers (By Influence)

Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:

Username Followers Profession Interests
@JohnCena 14,092,897 Wrestler Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion
@DefenceU 1,894,119 Military Ukraine, Defense, Ministry
@CalgaryPolice 257,695 Law Enforcement Law enforcement, community safety, Calgary
@GlobalEdmonton 240,638 News Outlet News, City, Edmonton
@MarineNationale 195,482 Military French Navy, Naval Operations, Maritime Security
@ESDC_GC 128,217 Government Agency Government programs, social services, transitions
@shrewsmorris 116,609 Dancer Dance, Animal Lovers, #SBSWinners
@BobPickard 91,324 Public Relations Public relations, Communications, Media
@Artur_Micek 67,855 Security Expert Security, Military History, OSINT
@Dialog_UA 65,367 - -

Top Keywords in Follower Bios

love (222) canadian (203) life (182) world (148) canada (125) proud (122) father (113) lover (111) husband (110) god (108)

Top Hashtags in Follower Bios

#nafo (46) #trudeaumustgo (23) #standwithukraine (14) #blm (8) #slavaukraini (8) #billsmafia (8) #leafsforever (8) #fella (8) #bitcoin (7) #russiaisaterroriststate (7)

5,718

Followers With Bio

4,282

Followers Without Bio

57.18%

% With Bio

42.82%

% Without Bio

Why Audience Demographics Matter

Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.

Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.

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Viral Tweets

Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed

44,934

Combined Engagement

13,197

Total Likes

31,737

Total Retweets

8,987

Avg per Tweet

Key Metrics for Viral Tweets

0%

With Media

40%

With Hashtags

40%

With @Mentions

100%

With Links

Topical Analysis:

Military Support National Pride International Solidarity Historical Remembrance Military Readiness
Canadian Army
@CanadianArmy

RT @Bell_LetsTalk: It’s Bell Let’s Talk Day! Check out how these celebrities look after their own mental health and join the conversation. For each video view, Bell donates an additional 5¢ to Canadian mental health initiatives. #BellLetsTalk https://t.co/3K0ZSvpm1h

2022-01-26
Retweets: 23,999 Likes: 0 Engagement: 23,999
Canadian Army
@CanadianArmy

RT @VeteransENG_CA: ❤ this tweet to receive a reminder on 11/11 to take a moment to remember those who served and sacrificed for our freedom #CanadaRemembers https://t.co/D4P0aZtN08

2019-11-05
Retweets: 5,811 Likes: 0 Engagement: 5,811
Canadian Army
@CanadianArmy

We continue to support our Ukrainian friends who are fighting to protect their homeland. Another batch of Leopard 2s is on its way to Europe as part of the Government of Canada's commitment to help Ukraine defend itself from Russia's illegal invasion. https://t.co/zJ67ymkfM9

2023-03-16
Retweets: 654 Likes: 5,004 Engagement: 5,658
Canadian Army
@CanadianArmy

On October 22, 2014, a terrorist attack at the National War Memorial in Ottawa took the life of Corporal Nathan Cirillo. Today, we remember him. https://t.co/RQhtmKKX5r

2022-10-22
Retweets: 741 Likes: 4,686 Engagement: 5,427
Canadian Army
@CanadianArmy

Getting the job done to help Ukraine defend their homeland. The donation of the first of four Leopard 2A4 Main Battle Tanks will help Ukraine defend its sovereignty from Russian aggression. https://t.co/XgmAj0JUSj https://t.co/jtSmX0jKVM

2023-02-04
Retweets: 532 Likes: 3,507 Engagement: 4,039

Key Insights & Takeaways

The account frequently highlights military support for international allies, particularly Ukraine, showing a focus on global engagement. It shares significant historical events, such as the 2014 terrorist attack at the National War Memorial, to honor and educate its audience. The use of verified accounts and official communication reinforces trust and credibility with followers.

Strengths

  • + Established follower base of 105,058
  • + Strong original content creation
  • + Active presence with consistent posting

Opportunities

  • ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
  • ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
  • ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
  • ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts

Summary

This analysis of @CanadianArmy reveals an growing Twitter presence with 105,058 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 86.0 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.

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About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of followers, following, and recent tweets. It evaluates structure, quality, and behavior, not historical growth. Metrics like growth rate, momentum, churn, or spike analysis require time-series data which is not available from a single snapshot.

Data collected and analyzed by twtData | Analysis date: Dec 16, 2025