DEFENDING THE NATION
With Remembrance Day fast approaching I really feel that we must consider how we can defend this lovely country. We all know that Trudeau has next to no worries about the state of Canada’s defence and has no intention of increasing defence spending to match the requirement of NATO. Trump will do nothing to protect Canada if and when Putin decides to send his marauding hordes over the top into Canadian territory. We have woefully few servicemen in the forces, 3 frigates for 3 coasts, out of date fighter aircraft for CAF pilots, and very few soldiers, most of which have to buy their own kit to stay warm and dry. Are these the defence forces that can make the population of Canada feel safe in their cities, towns and hamlets? I think not but Trudeau and Singh are perfectly happy throwing millions/billions of dollars at their favourite causes and completely ignoring the plight of the armed forces. As for protecting our southern border, when Trump takes power and kicks the refugees out I can only wish the border guards the best of luck.
Ray Collins
Barrie
(The Liberals have neglected our military. It is difficult to recruit and retain. It makes us vulnerable. But a new government — if it is the Conservatives — will invest and strengthen our military)
POPPY PRIDE
My dad and namesake, a First World War veteran of Canada’s 4th Battalion, took me to visit two army buddies. So much comradery surviving France’s brutal trench warfare. They mentioned the battle of Vimy Ridge and salvos of artillery fire prior to advancing on enemy lines. When a lull occurred, Germans might be heard tunnelling to blow up a key military position. Canadian veterans were praised worldwide for their bravery when defending our democracy. Honour them on Remembrance Day by wearing a red poppy. Lest we forget!
Peter J. Middlemore Sr.
Windsor
(We thank him for his service. Wearing a poppy is just one way to remember their service)
WHO WILL COME?
The first deportee from the U.S. under Trump that is accepted to Canada will be a vote for Pierre Poilievre. And the second … and so on and on …
D. Sweeney
Toronto
(Exactly)