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The third and final aircraft filled with military equipment for Ukraine left Aug. 15 as part of Canada’s ongoing support to that country. One Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CC-177 Globemaster III strategic airlifter departed from 8 Wing, Canadian Forces Base Trenton and will arrive in Ukraine over the weekend.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced on Aug. 7 Canada would provide non-kinetic military equipment to Ukraine to assist in their efforts to secure and protect their eastern border.
Quick Facts
- Canada’s contribution, in the amount of up to $5 million includes a range of targeted protection, medical and logistical equipment, such as helmets, ballistic eyewear, protective vests, first aid kits, tents and sleeping bags.
- The Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) response in support of this request promotes security in Central and Eastern Europe, and demonstrates the readiness and professionalism of Canada’s military.
- Canada has four CC-177 Globemaster III aircraft based out of 8 Wing Trenton. These aircraft are used for a wide range of strategic and tactical missions including the rapid delivery of troops and cargo anywhere in the world.
“Since the onset of the crisis, Canada has stood proudly alongside the people of Ukraine in the face of the Putin regime’s aggression and continues to impose measures isolating Russia from the G-7 and supporting Ukraine economically and militarily. Canada is proud to be able to render assistance to Ukraine with this supply of equipment,” said The Honourable Rob Nicholson, PC, QC, MP for Niagara Falls and Minister of National Defence.
