Canada announces $40 billion plan for Arctic defence and infrastructure (pm.gc.ca)

• $32 billion for military forward operating locations and infrastructure
• Construction of all-season roads and a deepwater port in the Arctic
• Expansion of hydro capacity and support for Indigenous communities

"Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a $40+ billion plan to defend, build, and transform Canada's Arctic and Northern region. The package includes $32 billion for military forward operating locations, new operational support hubs and nodes, and investments in airfields, highways, ports, and hydro expansion. The plan aims to assert Canadian sovereignty, reduce reliance on other nations, and foster economic development with Indigenous partners."