New Brunswick aims to become bigger player in Canada’s defence industry: premier
New Brunswick's provincial government has laid out a new strategy on how it aims to become a bigger player in Canada's defence sector.
The government of New Brunswick has introduced a strategic plan to become a more prominent player in Canada's defense sector, Premier Susan Holt announced at CFB Gagetown on Monday. The framework, titled "Defence Ready: New Brunswick's Defence Growth Framework," details the province's role in the modernization of Canada's armed forces.
Holt emphasized that the plan also aims to generate jobs and boost the provincial economy by 10% by 2030. The strategy is divided into four key areas: industry and investment, technology and innovation, infrastructure and resources, and base and community growth. New Brunswick currently has the second highest military employment per capita in Canada and houses the largest military training facility in Eastern Canada.
The framework identifies the province's strengths in land systems, advanced manufacturing, and cybersecurity, as well as its valuable natural resources, including minerals and ports. Holt highlighted the importance of supporting CFB Gagetown in Oromocto, noting that a recent investment in wastewater treatment infrastructure is anticipated to accommodate a population growth of over 2,000 people.
Economic Development Minister Luke Randall stated that the province will collaborate with a task force to identify growth opportunities and facilitate connections between companies and the larger defense framework.
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