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Canadian Army Commander Lists Items for Military Modernization
The Canadian Army plans to grow its primary reserve to 100,000 members and invest in nearly 50 capital projects to enhance equipment and northern defence, officials said.
- On Tuesday, Canadian Army Commander Lieutenant-General Michael C. Wright announced a major modernization program in Calgary, emphasizing a fundamental shift toward expanded domestic presence and structural reform of Canada's military.
- Wright aims to increase the primary reserve force to 100,000 members, alongside a supplemental reserve of up to 300,000, addressing capacity shortages as current army levels fall below the 24,000 cap.
- Supported by $81.8 billion in new federal funding, the military is pursuing nearly 50 capital projects, including improved weapons and missile defense systems for the Arctic.
- Wright told reporters that every dollar spent ensures soldier readiness, noting the army is replacing mid-1980s rifles with newer models to improve battlefield survivability.
- Canada aims to meet a NATO defense investment pledge of 5 per cent of GDP by 2035, while Wright emphasized integrating with the federal family and Territories to bolster sovereignty.
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Canadian army commander lists items for military modernization
CALGARY - The commander of the Canadian Army told a defence industry conference Wednesday that the Forces will be forging ahead with purchases and investments as the country works toward
·Toronto, Canada
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Canadian Army boss outlines major overhaul
As Canada ramps up defence spending to bolster its domestic security and sovereignty, the head of the Canadian Army says the force is at a critical turning point that requires sweeping changes to how it is structured, equipped and staffed.
·Calgary, Canada
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