Defence Minister Bill Blair speaks during a media availability in the Foyer of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, Thursday, March 21, 2024. Blair says the financial assistance to Ukraine is being made in collaboration with the United Kingdom. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

Defence Minister Bill Blair speaks during a media availability in the Foyer of the House of Commons on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, Thursday, March 21, 2024. Blair says the financial assistance to Ukraine is being made in collaboration with the United Kingdom. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

Canada allocates millions for drone production, ammunition to support Ukraine

Defence Minister Bill Blair says financial assistance is in collaboration with the United Kingdom

The federal government is earmarking $3 million for production of drones in Ukraine in support of Kyiv’s fight against Russia’s invasion.

Defence Minister Bill Blair says the financial assistance is being made in collaboration with the United Kingdom.

Speaking with a group of defence leaders, Blair also announced $13 million for the Czech Republic’s effort to provide ammunition to Ukraine.

The announcements allocate funding committed last year when the Liberal government pledged $500 million in military support.

Blair also provided an update on previously announced donations.

He said the first wave of armoured vehicles as well as 10 tactical boats promised to Ukraine should be delivered this summer.

The Canadian Press

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