Protest held in Montreal against purchase of F-35 fighter jets
The purchase price is reportedly $7 billion. The goal is to replace Canada’s aging fleet of Boeing CF-18 fighter jets.
Canada’s Department of National Defence told Global News in an email that the purchase of a new fleet is necessary. “As Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine demonstrates, our world is growing darker and more complex, and the operational demands on the Canadian Armed Forces are increasing,” said Jessica Lamirande, a spokesperson for the department.
“Canada has one of the largest expanses of coasts, land and airspace in the world – and a modern fleet of fighter jets is essential to protect our citizens. A new fighter fleet will also allow the aviators of the Royal Canadian Air Force to ensure the continued defence of North America through NORAD, and contribute to the security of the NATO alliance.”Garfinkel does not agree with the government’s approach.
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