QSA's Week in Defence (#1, 2025)
Canada commits $440M to Ukraine; new Electronic Warfare facility in Kingston; CBSA thwarts firearm smuggling; HMCS Margaret Brooke begins Antarctica mission; border security exercises launched.
Start Date: 2025-01-04
End Date: 2025-01-10
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Canada Commits $440 Million in Military Assistance to Ukraine
On January 9, 2025, Defence Minister Bill Blair announced a $440 million military aid package to Ukraine at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting. The package includes $200 million for large-calibre ammunition procurement from Czechia and $50 million for various calibres from Canadian industry. An additional $100 million supports Ukraine's domestic drone production. Minister Blair also disclosed updates on previous deliveries, including armoured combat support vehicles and CRV-7 rocket warheads. This contribution aligns with Canada's ongoing military support commitments, totaling $4.5 billion since Ukraine's conflict began.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']
