Canada’s military is modernizing its uniforms and body armor for female soldiers, addressing decades of issues where women wore ill-fitting gear designed for men, which has contributed to injuries and low morale. Retired major Sandra Perron recalls the challenges she faced with men’s uniforms, emphasizing the importance of proper fit for safety and retention. The initiative includes new combat uniforms and body armor tailored specifically for women, aiming to increase female representation in the forces to 25% by 2026. Despite these advancements, experts express concerns that such changes should have occurred much earlier, highlighting the risks associated with inadequate equipment.
