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Commander says Esquimalt navy base brings economic firepower

  • The Esquimalt military base employs about 6,500 people and contributes roughly $500 million to the British Columbia economy annually, according to Kevin Whiteside.
  • Whiteside noted that the base faces challenges like housing shortages and recruitment issues, impacting its status as an employer of choice.
  • He emphasized the need for better community engagement to address personnel problems and stated, 'We will never rebuild the personnel issues... Or remain an employer of choice' without community engagement and support from the government of Canada.
  • Whiteside highlighted that the Canadian Armed Forces personnel are patriotic, wearing their country's name and flag.
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Commander says Esquimalt navy base brings economic firepower

CFB Esquimalt employs about 6,500 people and has ownership over 23 properties

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Oak Bay News broke the news in Oak Bay, Canada on Friday, March 14, 2025.
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