OTTAWA, Ontario, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canada is now on track to meet NATO’s 2% GDP defence spending target—a critical step for national security and an important signal to our allies that we take our global responsibilities seriously – and has signed on to a further commitment of 5% by 2035. But as […] Events
Here's what to know about the new spending target, its two categories of 'core defence' and broader defence-related infrastructure, and how Canada plans to achieve each. Events
Carney said Canada will spend $150 billion annually on defence, but economists say it will be much more Events
Prime Minister Mark Carney said increasing defence spending to meet NATO targets could come with benefits for Canadians, but also potential 'trade-offs.' Events
Spain’s Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo has said the country will increase its defense expenditure as much as necessary to achieve NATO capability goals, but is sticking to its resistance to a goal of 5% of GDP. Events
PM Carney vows Canada's defence spending will meet NATO's 2% benchmark this year, but it may be easier said than done Events
WATCH as Postmedia political columnist Lorne Gunter says that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to meet NATO’s 2% spending pledge by the end of this budget year. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication to torsun.editor@sunmedia.ca. […] Transport
Carney said the government will invest in new submarines, aircraft, ships, armed vehicles and artillery Events
Monday’s announcement marks a major acceleration from Prime Minister's previous promises Transport
Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce a large increase in defense spending which would allow Canada to meet NATO’s target this fiscal year, according to The Globe and Mail. Events
