Canada is officially shifting its defense strategy in a move that signals the end of a long-standing alliance with the United States. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced at the Liberal Party’s national convention in Montreal that his government is moving to end the current model where 70 cents of every dollar spent on Canadian military capital goes directly to U.S. suppliers.
The bold statement drew a standing ovation from the delegates in attendance. Carney emphasized that “We are going to build Canada strong with Canadian steel, Canadian aluminium, Canadian lumber, Canadian workers.” By prioritizing local suppliers, the administration is betting that it can boost the economy while simultaneously securing the country’s defense infrastructure.
