The
Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces work together
to fulfill the Canadian government's mission to defend Canadian
interests and values, and to contribute to international peace and
security. Canadian defence services are provided at home and abroad
to ensure the safety, security and well-being of Canadians, continental
security, and international peace operations. These services include
surveillance and control of Canadian borders and territory, national
search and rescue, disaster and humanitarian relief and assistance
as well as the federal response to counter-terrorist and asymmetric
threats. |