Justin Trudeau has named the head of the navy as Canada’s new top soldier.Vice-Adm. Art McDonald will take over the role of chief of defence staff from Gen.
Jonathan Vance, who announced his plans to step down earlier in the year.The announcement comes as the Canadian military continues to play a major role in the response to the coronavirus pandemic, from stepping in as the virus ravaged long-term care homes in the spring to supporting the logistical rollout and distribution of highly coveted and limited vaccines supplies.More to come..