The United States has approved a $2.68-billion foreign military sale of advanced air-strike munitions to Canada, marking a major step in Ottawa’s ongoing effort to strengthen its military capabilities. The decision comes as Canada continues to ramp up defense spending amid growing geopolitical uncertainty and concerns about future security cooperation with Washington.
According to the US State Department, the package will supply Canada with up to 3,414 BLU-111 bombs, each weighing 500 pounds (226 kilograms) and designed for use against troop concentrations or soft targets. The deal also includes 3,108 GBU-39 Small Diameter Bombs, precision-guided munitions intended for striking fixed targets with high accuracy.
Additionally, the sale provides Canada with more than 5,000 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) kits, which convert unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. These systems are essential for enhancing strike accuracy and improving operational effectiveness during coalition missions.
In its notification to Congress, the State Department said the sale will strengthen Canada’s deterrence posture, improve interoperability with US forces, and enhance the country’s contributions to continental defense. The approval underscores Washington’s continued support for Canada’s military modernization strategy and broader defense commitments.
