Delivery of new logistics trucks to the Canadian Armed Forces

Delivery of new logistics trucks to the Canadian Armed Forces

The Government of Canada is committed to providing the Canadian Armed Forces with the equipment they need to do their jobs. This decision was made in the context of Canada’s Defense Policy, Protection and Security Commitments. New standard military model trucks will be delivered to them. These logistic vehicles are used to move critical equipment, personnel and supplies to where they need to be, helping Canadian communities deal with severe floods or other natural disasters. , or to support NATO operations in Latvia and throughout Eastern Europe.

“Canada’s Defense Policy – Protection and Security Commitments – ensures long-term stable, predictable and realistic funding for the Canadian Armed Forces. Garrison Petawawa, just across the Sheenboro River, has always had close ties to our riding of Pontiac. Investments in the military resources of the Petawawa Garrison, such as the one announced last week, create economic benefits for the entire region. – William Amos, MP for Pontiac.

More than 1,500 trucks, 300 trailers and 150 armored protection systems are expected to be delivered over the next two years. This project will cost $ 834 million.