Mr. Speaker, the Stryker is not a tank and, therefore, it cannot replace our main battle tank.
The notion that the Stryker can be airlifted overseas by our Hercules aircraft is likewise utter nonsense.
To add to this, an internal defence department memo now raises concerns about the Stryker's weapon system, armour and confined operating space.
Considering all the above, why is the defence minister now voluntarily reducing the future capability of the Canadian army?