C-17Government of CanadaLIBERAL
Defence Procurement Modernization Act
Canada has historically struggled to spend its defence budget on time — projects sit in procurement for years. The bill addresses NATO-allied concerns about Canadian readiness.
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2nd Reading4
Committee5
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3rd Reading7
Royal AssentSummary
Creates a streamlined defence-procurement agency consolidating authorities now split between PSPC, ISED, and DND. Aims to reach the NATO 2% spending target on schedule.
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Bill BlairLIBERALOfficial source
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