Defense Consultations

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1. What do you see as the ultimate goal and purpose of the Canadian Armed Forces?

2. Canada has long, proud history of working with our allies to defeat our common enemies (WW1, WWII, Korean War, Afghanistan ISIS). Does Canada have a moral obligation and a national interest in working with our allies to defend our shared values? Do we require a combat capable military that can make significant contributions to international missions, as we have in the past?

3. Should Canada maintain, increase, or decrease its defence budget? Should we set and meet NATO’s aspirational spending target of 2% of GDP?

4. Considering the ballistic missile development by rogue countries such as North Korea, the proliferation of submarines, and the increased terrorist activities of non-state actors, what do you perceive to be the greatest threat to Canada and Canadians?

5. Considering the great international interest in the Arctic and the opening of the North West Passage do you believe that we have the necessary assets and resources in the Arctic to protect Canada’s strategic interests?

6. Should the CAF improve its interoperability with local authorities to improve responses to domestic emergencies? If so, to what extent?

7. What is the most appropriate troop level for the Canadian Armed Forces, both in terms of the Regular Force and Reserve Force? In what ways can the CAF recruiting process be improved?

8. Should economic benefits to the Canadian industry be a consideration in the defence procurement process?

9. How can defence procurement be simplified and streamlined to provide our troops with the equipment they need in a timely manner?

10. Given the fact the Government has already set out its defence and foreign affairs priorities in the Speech from the Throne and the 2016 Budget, what affect do you believe Canadians will have in shaping Canada’s defence policy?