National Defence stands ready to defend our security and will always be there for Canadians.
That is why Budget 2022 announced over $8 billion over five years to bolster the capacity of the Canadian Armed Forces, support our members, and promote culture change.
This includes $7.4 billion on a cash basis to increase defence capabilities, improve continental defence, and support commitments to our allies.
In fact, an additional $500 million will go towards providing military aid to Ukraine.
On the personnel front, $100.5 million has been announced for strengthening leadership, modernizing the military justice system and culture change in the Canadian Armed Forces.
In addition, $144.3 million has been announced to expand the Canadian Armed Forces’ health services and physical fitness programs to be more responsive to women and gender-diverse military personnel.
We will also carry out a swift defence policy review to equip Canada for a world that has become more dangerous.
National Defence will continue to make strategic investments in the Canadian Armed Forces to ensure they can keep Canadians safe and contribute to operations around the world.
Key Facts
Budget 2022: A total of $8 billion in new funding over five years—on top of planned increases associated with Strong, Secure, Engaged.
Defence Policy Review: Budget 2022 announces a review to allow Canada to update its existing defence policy.
