VICTORIA, British Columbia — Self-propelled artillery, submarines and early-warning aircraft are on the purchasing docket for Canada’s new government as part of its agenda to strengthen the country’s military.

Prime Minister Mark Carney named his new Cabinet on May 13 which included David McGuinty as defense minister and former Royal Canadian Air Force fighter pilot Stephen Fuhr as Secretary of State for defense procurement.

“Everyone is expected and empowered to show leadership – to bring new ideas, a clear focus, and decisive action to their work,” Carney said in a televised speech at the Cabinet announcement.

“We will build a stronger Canadian Armed Forces to defend every inch of our territory through unprecedented investments in land, air, sea, and cyber space,” he added.

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