Canadian Army: $3.7 billion contract with Quebec Corporation

Logistik Unicorp plays a vital role in achieving [nos] targets and provides the military with what they need to defend Canada and keep Canadians safeNational Defense Minister Anita Anand, who was at the company’s headquarters, said Thursday.

Logistik Unicorp will manufacture combat clothing, boots, patches and badges, as well as backpacks.

Ottawa estimates that this contract will have spin-offs, making it possible to create up to 3,000 jobs, especially with subcontractors.

Difficulty hiring

During the press conference, the minister returned to the difficulties facing recruitment in the armed forces, where there are 10 thousand missing, or about 10% of the total workforce.

Chief of Staff General Wayne Eyre The alarm rang recentlybelieving that overseas deployments and operations in Canada are more complicated due to lack of resources.

These difficulties are partly explained by allegations of sexual misconduct targeting many of the military’s senior officers and by a shortage of manpower.

Minister Anand acknowledged the necessity of this Study the situation. It is critical to have enough staff to support our regular operations and intervene in times of crisisindicated.

On Radio ICI-Canada Première, the minister also emphasized that the change in culture, where women feel safe, has been priority for the government.

Women must be able to work [sans être] discrimination. I have taken steps to ensure this protection is in place for women and minoritiesShe said into a microphone Back info.

Minister Anand condemned the Russian strikes by Iranian drones on Ukraine the next day Condemnation of the Ukrainian PresidentIn an interview with Radio Canada. These attacks targeting civilians as well as Kyiv’s energy and heating infrastructure are unfortunateShe said during her press conference.