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Originally Posted by PsYcNeT
I'm still wondering why Canada requires a modern airforce.
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Originally Posted by PsYcNeT
Canada is definitely a country that is often under threat of attack by air.
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I understand your point here, but in all honesty the whole push for Arctic Sovereignty and that kind of thing is something that I am in favour of Harper doing (aside from the showmanship about the Franklin expedition, but thats a whole other discussion!)
I think that as Canadians we have this idea that we don't need the military/airforce, etc. because its not that strong anyway, and the threat is minimal. When you look around the world though, its just not the case. One day things are fine and you're just a nice peaceful nation, and the next day the tanks roll in and take your land. I know that seems like a huge exaggeration, but seriously have a look through history and its not like it would be the first time.