US EditionMore soldiers, more money. Canada’s top soldier extols benefits of spending boost
CANADA, JUL 6 – Canada aims to grow military personnel to 101,500 and provide nearly 20% pay raises to improve recruitment, retention, and Arctic defence, officials said.
- In Calgary on Saturday, Gen. Jennie Carignan announced Canada’s plan to boost defence spending, including personnel growth and pay raises, to enhance national security.
- Following NATO leaders' agreement, Canada aims to meet a 5% GDP defence spending target, with 3.5% for core forces and 1.5% for infrastructure, to enhance national security.
- Carignan noted CAF surpassed recruiting targets by 2,000, retention improved as fewer personnel leave service, about 18% of new recruits are women, and pay hikes vary by rank and trade.
- Chief Warrant Officer Bob McCann said extra pay and benefits boost morale, supporting Canada's Arctic defensive posture.
- Carignan outlined plans to expand Canada's military to 30,000 reserves and 71,500 regular forces, with more radar bases and interception capabilities to bolster Arctic sovereignty amid global uncertainty.
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