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Opposition MPs respond to Canada's tank commitment to Ukraine
Conservative deputy defence critic Shelby Kramp-Neuman and NDP defence critic Lindsay Mathyssen joined Power & Politics on Thursday to discuss the Liberal government's promise to send four battle tanks to Ukraine.
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Veterans dismayed over Canada’s refusal to award Victoria Cross
There is growing frustration among some Canadian veterans over the military’s refusal to recognize acts of heroism in Afghanistan with the modern version of the Victoria Cross, the country’s highest battlefield honour.
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Canada’s top soldier raises concerns about military readiness
Chief of the Defence Staff Gen. Wayne Eyre says he’s concerned about the Canadian Armed Forces' overall readiness to respond to events at home and abroad as it deals with growing demands to help with disaster response within Canada.
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NATO spy plane watches Russia's activity in Ukraine
CBC's David Common gets rare access to NATO's sophisticated surveillance aircraft that monitors Russian war activity in and around Ukraine, and provides information to allies, allowing Ukraine to quickly respond.
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NATO surveillance plane watches Russia's activity in Ukraine
CBC's David Common gets rare access to NATO's sophisticated surveillance aircraft that monitors Russian war activity in and around Ukraine, and provides information to allies, allowing Ukraine to quickly respond.
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Rare look at how Canadian Forces investigates sexual assault allegations
Documents obtained by CBC News reveal details of military investigations into two separate, alleged sexual misconduct incidents, giving a rare look into Canada's military justice system and how that system could be failing victims of...
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Gen. Wayne Eyre's warnings 'probably a little overstated,' says predecessor
"There is something else at play here that is really grave and important to Gen. Eyre," said retired general Tom Lawson, who served as chief of the defence staff from 2012-2015. "The main responsibility of every chief of defence is ......
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Military police officer under investigation after suspect's suicide
WARNING: This story contains distressing details.Maj. Cristian Hiestand's family says he never got a chance to defend himself after he was accused of sexual assault, and then killed himself. Now, the Department of National Defence is...
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Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin denies sexual assault allegations at Day 2 of trial
On the second day of the sexual assault trial for Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin, the former head of the federal government's COVID-19 vaccine campaign testified that he is not guilty and denied having any physical or sexual contact with the...
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Canada moving military transport planes to the U.K. to support Ukraine
The Canadian military's air detachment in Kuwait — which has been supporting anti-terrorism operations and UN peacekeeping missions in Africa — is being relocated to the U.K. to support Ukraine.
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NATO chief visits to Canada’s Far North amid concerns over Russian aggression
For the first time, NATO’s secretary general is touring Canada’s Far North. The visit comes amid increased concern around both national and NATO security, prompted by the West's deteriorating relationship with Russia over the war in...
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NATO chief visits Canada’s Far North amid concerns over Russian aggression
For the first time, NATO’s secretary general is touring Canada’s Far North. The visit comes amid increased concern around both national and NATO security, prompted by the West's deteriorating relationship with Russia over the war in...
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Suspected international hit man among 4 killed in Ontario plane crash
Two fugitives who were accused in gang murders and had outstanding warrants for their arrests were among four B.C. men found dead after a mysterious small plane crash in northwestern Ontario.
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Canadian military struggling to deal with racism in the ranks: report
A new report found Canada's Armed Forces haven’t been doing enough to address racism and discrimination within the ranks over the past two decades.
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Military prohibits use of its letterhead in character references for convicted soldiers
The Canadian military will no longer allow members to use its letterhead in positive character references for soldiers found guilty of crimes. It comes after a retired military officer spoke out about the damage and betrayal caused by...
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Former navy commander dismissed from civilian role following military probe
The Department of National Defence has dismissed retired navy commander Danny Croucher after a review into how he landed a civilian role at CFB Halifax last year when he was accused of wrongdoing in an investigation over claims of...
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Canada will boost defence spending by $8B, falling short of NATO target
The federal government will increase military spending by $8 billion over the next five years — falling short of NATO’s two per cent of GDP spending target — alongside a review of its defence policy.
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Military closed sexual assault cases as Ottawa announced transfer to civilian courts
At least two complainants who filed sexual assault complaints against members of the military who are now senior officers say their cases were officially closed by the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal on the same day the new defence...
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Former head of military HR charged with sexual assault
The military's former commander in charge of military human resources, Vice-Admiral Haydn Edmundson, has been charged with sexual assault and indecent acts for allegations that date back more than 20 years, which he denies.
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Gen. Wayne Eyre becomes permanent chief of defence staff
Gen. Wayne Eyre has been named the permanent chief of the defence staff after taking the role on an interim basis after Admiral Art McDonald was accused of sexual misconduct.
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Bringing new life to story of Jewish-Canadian war hero
Sgt. Moe Hurwitz was among the highest-decorated Jewish-Canadians to fight in the Second World War, yet he remains relatively unknown. A team of researchers, historians and programmers are bringing new life to his remarkable story.
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In-person ceremonies return for Remembrance Day
Members of the public gathered again to honour veterans and fallen soldiers at the Remembrance Day ceremony in Ottawa and some others across the country. The services were especially poignant for those who served in Afghanistan, which...
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Remembrance Day brings up difficult memories for some veterans
The sombre ceremonies of Remembrance Day can be a welcome moment of reflection for some veterans, but mental health advocates say they can also trigger the worst symptoms for those who suffer from PTSD.
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The significance of military’s apology to sexual assault victims
Defence Minister Anita Anand and military culture expert Megan MacKenzie speak about the military’s apology to members affected by sexual assault and misconduct, why it matters and whether it would have had more impact coming from the...