In yesterday’s Spring Economic Update, our new government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, announced an additional $2 billion to support Operation UNIFIER, Canada's mission to train the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
I was proud to strongly advocate for this, and I am proud to see its implementation.
In February, our government extended Operation UNIFIER. Under the renewed mandate, the number of Canadian Armed Forces personnel dedicated to the operation will increase, providing greater flexibility and enabling Canada to further adapt and respond to Ukraine's evolving operational needs.
To date, the CAF have trained over 47,000 members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, covering a range of basic and advanced military skills, including tactical medical training, combat engineering, and leadership skills and education.
Canada has been a global leader in supporting Ukraine with more than $25.5 billion in aid and assistance since 2022.
Canada supports Ukraine for two fundamental reasons: it is morally right, and it is essential to Canada’s own security.
Under Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership, Canada will continue to do so.
Ukrainians are fighting not only for their freedom and security, but they are also fighting for ours.
Canada is unwavering in our support for Ukraine. We must stand with the people of Ukraine until they win, until we all win.
