A NEW APPROACH TO DEFENCE: ANTICIPATE. ADAPT. ACT. To implement our new vision, Canada will also adopt a new approach to defence – one that values the ability to anticipate new challenges, adapt to changing circumstances, and act with exemplary capability and professionalism while supporting peace and security around the world. ANTICIPATING emerging threats and challenges is fundamental to Canada’s security. The Defence team will improve its ability to provide timely information to decision-makers, allowing the Government to identify and understand emerging events and crises, respond appropriately, and minimize the destructive effects of prolonged conflict. Global satellite communications, including in the Arctic The Canadian Armed Forces will acquire next generation surveillance aircraft, remotely piloted systems – commonly referred to as “drones” – and space-based surveillance assets to significantly expand its Joint Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance capacity. These new platforms will be integrated with existing assets into a networked, joint system-of-systems that will enable the real-time flow of information that is so essential to operational success. Increased defence intelligence expertise and capacity This targeted investment in equipment will be accompanied by a significant new investment in the defence intelligence experts who collect, analyze, and disseminate information. $102.5 million investment in outreach to external experts To complement our efforts to better understand the dynamic root causes of conflict – including social and economic factors – and complex geopolitical developments, the Defence team will also launch a revitalized partnership with external experts to capitalize on the extensive expertise of Canadians. This will include new support and funding for scholarship programs for Masters and Post-Doctoral students interested in defence and security, and engagements and events that promote dialogue in the defence community. ADAPTING to the rapid pace of change in today’s fluid security environment is fundamental to operational success. Canada’s new approach to defence adopts new technologies and methods, and transforms the way people are managed and employed. Expanded capabilities in space and cyber Canada will modernize its space capabilities and will take steps to protect these critical assets against sophisticated threats, while continuing to promote the peaceful use of outer space. We will assume a more assertive posture in the cyber domain by hardening our defences, and by conducting active cyber operations against potential adversaries in the context of government-authorized military missions. Cyber operations will be subject to all applicable domestic law, international law, and proven checks and balances such as rules of engagement, targeting and collateral damage assessments. Fleet of remotely piloted systems Given the unique value provided by remotely piloted systems, the Canadian Armed Forces will also invest in an extensive range of new capabilities for the RCN, the CA, and the RCAF. This will include remotely piloted aerial systems. More fundamentally, the core capabilities 15