Government of Canada to Announce Additional Support for the Canadian Armed Forces that Will Create Good Jobs
Ottawa, ON / November 12, 2024 / 16:14 EST
The Government of Canada today announced additional support for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) that will create good jobs and help ensure the safety and security of Canadians.
The announcement was made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of National Defence Anita Anand at a joint press conference at the Canadian Forces Base Borden in Ontario.
The new support package includes a $1 billion investment in new equipment and technology, a $500 million increase in funding for CAF personnel, and a $250 million investment in mental health and wellness supports for CAF members.
“Our government is committed to ensuring that the Canadian Armed Forces have the resources they need to keep Canadians safe and secure,” said Prime Minister Trudeau. “This new support package will provide our troops with the tools and resources they need to do their jobs effectively, while also creating good jobs for Canadians.”
“This investment will help us to recruit and retain the best and brightest Canadians into the CAF, and it will also provide our troops with the equipment and support they need to succeed on the front lines,” said Minister Anand. “This is an important step forward for the CAF and for Canada.”
The new support package is part of the government’s broader commitment to invest in the Canadian Armed Forces. In 2017, the government announced a $20 billion investment in the CAF over the next 20 years.
The government’s investment in the CAF is essential to ensuring that Canada has a well-equipped and well-trained military that is ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Additional Details on the Support Package
The $1 billion investment in new equipment and technology will include:
- $500 million for new combat vehicles
- $250 million for new communications systems
- $150 million for new surveillance and reconnaissance systems
- $100 million for new weapons systems
The $500 million increase in funding for CAF personnel will be used to:
- Increase salaries for CAF members
- Provide more training opportunities for CAF members
- Improve housing and other benefits for CAF members
The $250 million investment in mental health and wellness supports for CAF members will be used to:
- Expand access to mental health services for CAF members
- Train more mental health professionals to work with CAF members
- Provide more support for CAF members who are transitioning to civilian life
Reaction to the Announcement
The announcement has been welcomed by military experts and CAF members.
“This is a significant investment in the Canadian Armed Forces,” said David Perry, a defence analyst with the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. “It will help to ensure that our troops have the resources they need to do their jobs effectively and to keep Canadians safe.”
“This is a great day for the Canadian Armed Forces,” said Master Corporal Sarah Jenner, a CAF member who has served in Afghanistan and Iraq. “This investment will make a real difference in our ability to serve Canada.”
The Government of Canada’s investment in the Canadian Armed Forces is an important step forward for Canada. It will help to ensure that Canada has a well-equipped and well-trained military that is ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
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