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Top military official seeks ‘clarity’ on Ottawa’s budget plans

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The Department of National Defence is facing a challenging situation just over a month into the new fiscal year, as it struggles to navigate the conflicting demands of budget cuts and increased funding. Gen. Wayne Eyre, the chief of the defence staff, expressed his concerns during a remote town hall event with 1,300 members of the Armed Forces, stating that the department is being asked to “suck and blow at the same time.”

Eyre highlighted the difficulty of reconciling last year’s budget cuts with the new funding promised in the recently released defence policy. He admitted that there is confusion surrounding the impacts of the budget on operations and maintenance, and hinted at potential cuts to certain military capabilities.

The federal budget anticipates a slight increase in overall defence spending this year, with a significant 30% increase projected for the next fiscal year. However, the department is still expected to find substantial savings, with $810 million targeted for the current budget year.

Critics have raised concerns about the military’s readiness crisis and its ability to respond to international tensions. The Opposition Conservatives have labeled the defence policy as “aspirational,” while the government struggles to meet NATO’s two percent spending benchmark.

Despite the challenges, Eyre remains focused on producing tangible results in terms of capabilities and readiness. The department is working to prioritize military priorities while navigating the complexities of budget cuts and funding reallocation. As the debate over defence spending continues, the Department of National Defence faces tough decisions ahead to ensure the effectiveness and readiness of the Canadian Armed Forces.

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