Real Change: A New Plan For a Strong Middle Class (page 69)

« OTTAWA — Within days, Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan will launch public consultations on the new review that will mandate the future size of the Canadian Forces, what kind of equipment they will use and the theatres in which they will operate. » (National Post, March 7, 2016)

« The Government will conduct an open and transparent process to create a new defence strategy that will deliver a modern, more agile and better-equipped military. » ("Growing The Middle Class" Budget 2016-2017)

« Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan has ruled out any cuts to the number of men and women in uniform — making more difficult the Liberal government’s promise to transform the military into a leaner, more agile and better-equipped force. » (National Post, February 28, 2016)

"We have placed an unprecedented focus on ensuring our people and their families are well-supported, diverse and resilient – physically, psychologically and socially" (Strong, Secure, Engaged: Canada's Defence Policy, page 12)