Canadian Forces
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Inside the Canadian military’s training for sub-Arctic warfareObjective Gravel is one of several scenarios unfolding as members of the Canadian Armed Forces conduct a sub-Arctic training exercise in and around Chisasibi in northern Quebec.CanadaMar 8
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What would it take for Canada to hit NATO’s 2% defence spending target?Experts say getting Canada's defence spending to two per cent of GDP is not as simple as moving money around and will require multiple measures and years of planning.CanadaFeb 27
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U.S. tariffs can be avoided if border progress shown: defence ministerBill Blair told Global News in Washington, D.C., that military members will not be deployed to the border, which was not requested by the Trump administration during negotiations.CanadaFeb 5
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Canada must take ‘responsibility’ for its sovereignty, defence chief saysU.S. President Donald Trump's complaints about Canada's military spending and capabilities have underscored the need for Ottawa to prioritize defence, Gen. Jennie Carignan says.CanadaJan 26
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What Canada’s chief of defence staff says keeps her up at nightGen. Jennie Carignan said she's prioritizing recruitment and Arctic security as Canada faces increasing pressure to step up its military spending and readiness.CanadaNov 24, 2024
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Canada’s military head defends women’s role in combat against U.S. commentsGen. Jennie Carignan, chief of defence staff, was responding to comments about Donald Trump's pick for U.S. defence secretary Pete Hegseth's opposition to women in fighting units.CanadaNov 23, 2024
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Blair defends Canada’s defence spending plan as ‘credible’ amid criticismDefence Minister Bill Blair says Canada's plan to hit its NATO spending target is 'realistic' despite a watchdog report that cast doubt and harsh words from a U.S. critic.CanadaNov 22, 2024
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Canada should be ‘world leader’ on alternative PTSD therapies, veteran saysRet. MCpl. Gordon Hurley, who served in Afghanistan, says psychedelic treatments such as ketamine and psilocybin can give veterans 'a breath of relief' from their trauma.CanadaNov 10, 2024
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As PBO says NATO target plan is off, here’s why it matters to the militarySpending two per cent of GDP on defence would allow the Canadian Forces to maintain bases and equipment and make necessary investments for the future, an ex-military chief says.PoliticsNov 3, 2024
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Ottawa secures more flights out of Lebanon as some Canadians face delaysOttawa has yet to order a military evacuation of Canadian citizens from Lebanon but is preparing logistics, as Canadians express frustration with government-assisted departures.CanadaOct 3, 2024
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