Canadian military to remain key in natural disaster response, Blair says
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Defence Minister Bill Blair acknowledged the military has at times been the federal government's first call, rather than a last resort.
Defence Minister Bill Blair acknowledged the military has at times been the federal government's first call, rather than a last resort.