In this week’s Expert Series, Lieutenant Colonel Cole Petersen, Major General Bill Seymour, and Jill Sinclair examine the evolution and ongoing impact of Op UNIFIER. They discuss the mission’s early stages, the Ukrainian request for assistance, and the collaborative NATO response, including the Multinational Joint Commission. The panelists highlight Canada’s unique contributions to building trust and capacity, the integration of new operational technologies such as drones, and the challenges of adapting training and support to Ukraine’s changing needs.
In discussion, panelists also highlight the broader implications of Canadian involvement in Op UNIFIER, through emphasis on the strategic value of international cooperation and lessons learned for the CAF. By doing so, they examined the vital role this mission has played in reinforcing Canada’s role as a cornerstone of Allied defence.
