Canada not getting the bang for its defence procurement buck
There should be an appreciation for just how much money the government is spending in return for almost nothing tangible in terms of increased defence capability.
Call-sign snafu signals CAF has more work to do
The fact that some 30 fellow officers either concurred with this call sign or failed to raise any objections is clear proof of the toxic environment which still prevails.
Half of air and maritime defence fleets did not meet training and readiness requirements in 2021-22
In 2021-22, 43 per cent of the Canadian military’s air fleet could meet its readiness and training requirements and 54 per cent of key maritime fleets met their operational readiness requirements.
New military recruitment tools a good start, but no short-term fix
The updated dress code and new citizenship eligibility rules will better connect underrepresented factions, but there are no quick fixes in the offing.
Ability to adapt to changing environment the best bet for Arctic defence
Security in the North counts for nothing though if these communities are not given every opportunity to live, work, and thrive.
Former military official should know when to wave the white flag
The truly ironic part of Michel Maisonneuve’s argument is that he repeatedly calls for leaders to be less divisive and more unifying.
Canadian Rangers should have their maritime mission
In the Arctic, the challenges of lack of infrastructure and the cost of doing business requires a whole-of-government approach where departments share information and resources. In those communities that have an Auxiliary Canadian Coast Guard boat, the Canadian Rangers could use the same vessel to conduct their patrols, a cost-effective use of a federal asset.
Is Canada prepared for the new-age battlefield?
For those closely following the current conflict in Ukraine, it is readily apparent that the battlefield continues to evolve and with it the way in which we approach combat.
Military recruitment and retention crisis requires addressing low morale, housing availability, say Tory, NDP critics
Facing a shortfall of approximately 10,000 unfilled positions, the Canadian Armed Forces needs expedited training for personnel and more affordable housing access, say opposition MPs.
Silver lining in divided reactions to Maisonneuve’s Vimy Gala tirade
It is heartening to see that there are two separate camps. While some still pine for the dinosaur era, there are progressives in the military community who get the fact that the times have changed.
