Canada Boosts Arctic Security with New Radar System and Increased Military Presence

Canada is enhancing its Arctic security through a partnership with Australia to establish an over-the-horizon radar system capable of detecting hypersonic missiles. The system, expected to be operational by 2029, represents a $6 billion investment from funds already allocated to modernize surveillance infrastructure in the north. The infrastructure for the Australian system will be deployed at two sites in Ontario: one in Peterborough and the other near the military base of Borden. In addition to the radar system, Canada is allocating an extra $420 million to bolster its military presence in the Arctic. This funding will support increased training and surveillance missions. During his visit to Iqaluit, Prime Minister Mark Carney met with the Premier of Nunavut and pledged $253 million for infrastructure in Indigenous communities, including upgrades to power plants, housing construction and renovation, and the completion of the first phase of a hydroelectric plant.