Between Chinese spy balloons and Russia’s increasing presence in the Arctic, Canada is fielding threats to the country’s national security and sovereignty. But with a lack of equipment and years of little funding, there are concerns Canada is losing its military influence on the global stage. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson speaks with former defence minister Peter MacKay about the urgent need to modernize the Canadian military.
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