As this committee is well aware, we've allocated $38.6 billion for NORAD modernization. It is going to require a significant update.
We've relied for generations on the DEW line, which has provided great service. New over-the-horizon and polar over-the-horizon radar systems, new technologies and, frankly, moving towards more robust integrated air and missile defence for the continent are part of the NORAD modernization. It's going to require that we invest in Canadian innovation and researchers so that we can do our part and participate in that alliance.
There are other announcements that I will be making shortly. I don't want to get too far ahead of myself, but we're also working very closely in alliance with some of our international partners, including Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom and others. Canada is really stepping up.
It's one of the reasons I might suggest we are being very actively attracted to the AUKUS pillar two table, because Canada's scientific innovative community is strong. We have much to offer our allies, but it does require that our government invest in those innovators and invest in that research in order to make us truly effective.