Mr. Speaker, our new government is strengthening Arctic security by investing in people, infrastructure and partnerships that protect Canada's sovereignty and support resilient communities. We are working with indigenous governments and territorial partners to ensure Canada's presence in the north is secure, visible and enduring. That means investments in dual-use infrastructure like ports, airstrips, bridges and clean energy. That reinforces defence priorities and lasting benefits to communities in the north.
In the House of Commons on October 8th, 2025. See this statement in context.