He was meeting with Susan Holt, Premier of New Brunswick. The SOS released the following photo and statement:
“Continuing to increase Canada's defence spending to reach our 5% NATO commitment by 2035 will require close collaboration between the federal government and the provinces.
Today, I met with the Premier of New Brunswick, Susan Holt to discuss how we can work together to grow the province's role in Canada's defence sector.
New Brunswick has shown real potential in this space. By aligning federal investments with provincial priorities, we can unlock new opportunities for local industry, strengthen supply chains, and create good-paying jobs for Canadians.
This is what effective collaboration looks like. Federal and provincial governments working together to deliver for Canadians.”