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Defense
55 MPs have stated positions across 60 topics · 8 shifts
David McGuintyLiberalShifted
David McGuinty’s position on defence procurement is that the government’s review of the F-35 purchase is ongoing, and he will not provide additional details—he has nothing further to say publicly at this stage.→He says the planned acquisition of 88 F-35 jets remains under review and that the government is evaluating security, sovereignty, interoperability, and industrial benefits across the country as part of deciding whether to proceed with the purchase.
NewsJan 28, 2026
Mark CarneyLiberalShifted
Carney endorses a Defence Investment Agency to coordinate and speed military procurement, giving it contracting authority, resources and a mandate to collaborate more closely with international partners (United Kingdom, Australia, France) to strengthen defence procurement.→Mark Carney ordered a review of the $27.7 billion F-35 purchase shortly after taking office and said a decision on whether to proceed with the full purchase or pursue alternatives would be made by late summer.
NewsOct 7, 2025
Bill BlairLiberal
As then-defence minister, Bill Blair announced in March a formal review of Canada's F-35 fighter-jet contract, signaling his intent to reassess the procurement decision and scrutinize the F-35 acquisition amid rising trade tensions with the United States.
NewsOct 19, 2025
Stephen FuhrLiberal
Fuhr says the government is unlikely to exit the contract for the 16 F-35s currently being manufactured, that the full F-35 program decision remains under review and will be made when ready. He supports and will implement the Defence Investment Agency.
NewsOct 6, 2025