Military recruitment and retention crisis requires addressing low morale, housing availability, say Tory, NDP critics

Facing a shortfall of approximately 10,000 unfilled positions, the Canadian Armed Forces needs expedited training for personnel and more affordable housing access, say opposition MPs.

Defence Minister Anita Anand has previously said there are 'a number of tangible items' the Liberal government is undertaking related to recruitment and retention within the Canadian Armed Forces.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY JESSE CNOCKAERT

November 23, 2022

Solving a critical staffing shortage within the Canadian Armed Forces will require addressing low morale, and providing military personnel with greater access to affordable housing and medical needs, according to opposition MPs.

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