“We’re getting more people, more authorized growth, and with that will come money to equip and train special operations forces,” says Barr.
The operating budget for the first year is about $25 million Canadian, says Maj. Doug Allison, command spokesman.
Because the regiment also may be required to perform in conventional environments, most of its equipment will resemble that of a standard light infantry battalion, says Allison. However, he adds, it will be kitted with some special operations-capable gear.