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Huffington Post Canada, 29 Nov 11Canadian Forces are deployed in a variety of hot spots around the globe, but keeping citizens safe here at home is job No. 1, says the military commander in charge of domestic and continental operations.
Despite much talk about stretched resources in recent years, Lt. Gen. Walter Semianiw said Canada Command has the equipment it requires, and more, to successfully fulfill its critical, busy mandate. He told MPs on the defence committee Tuesday the unit is well-prepared to juggle a multitude of tasks — from fighting forest fires or terrorist attacks, to responding to disasters and search and rescue needs.
“There are no equipment shortages. We actually have more than we need,” Semianiw said ....