Terminate Canada's F-35 contract with Lockheed Martin
The Issue
Canadians do not deserve to live under the constant threat of annexation from our neighbors to the south. Remember the trade war between Canada and the United States, when President Trump's administration imposed unfair tariffs on our aluminum and steel industries? These actions, along with his hostile rhetoric of annexation, cemented the importance of asserting our sovereignty and independence.
In this context, the Canadian government's contract with Lockheed Martin to purchase costly F-35 fighter jets becomes a critical issue. The deal is not just an immense financial burden—depleting resources that could be better used for Canadian education, healthcare, and infrastructure—but it also symbolizes a reliance on American military technology. Turning away from the F-35 contract means rejecting a path that compromises our autonomy and potentially our safety.
The reality is sobering: the F-35 project has been marred by delays, performance issues, and ballooning costs. According to research from global defense reports, each F-35 comes with a unit price upwards of $100 million, in addition to long-term maintenance costs. This is money that Canadian taxpayers shoulder without a clear benefit.
Moreover, military experts have raised concerns about the performance of the F-35 jet, ranging from troubling mechanical issues to software malfunctions that compromise its effectiveness and safety. These drawbacks raise the question: is this a sound investment for our country's defense?
Instead, Canada should explore investing in alternative aircraft that better suit our defense needs and economic realities, perhaps forming a defense coalition with other countries for shared technology and research. This approach fortifies our military readiness while safeguarding national interests and upholding Canadian sovereignty.
For the sake of our financial security, democratic autonomy, and national defense, it's imperative that Canada halts the purchase of F-35 jets. We need leaders who value Canada’s independence and prioritize the well-being of its citizens over susceptible alliances and imprudent expenditures.
Join me in urging Lockheed Martin to reconsider and terminate the F-35 contract with the Canadian government . Together, we can push for a future where Canada stands firmly as an independent and equal partner on the global stage, free from economic threats and unfair alliances.
Sign this petition to demand a stronger and more self-reliant Canada!
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The Issue
Canadians do not deserve to live under the constant threat of annexation from our neighbors to the south. Remember the trade war between Canada and the United States, when President Trump's administration imposed unfair tariffs on our aluminum and steel industries? These actions, along with his hostile rhetoric of annexation, cemented the importance of asserting our sovereignty and independence.
In this context, the Canadian government's contract with Lockheed Martin to purchase costly F-35 fighter jets becomes a critical issue. The deal is not just an immense financial burden—depleting resources that could be better used for Canadian education, healthcare, and infrastructure—but it also symbolizes a reliance on American military technology. Turning away from the F-35 contract means rejecting a path that compromises our autonomy and potentially our safety.
The reality is sobering: the F-35 project has been marred by delays, performance issues, and ballooning costs. According to research from global defense reports, each F-35 comes with a unit price upwards of $100 million, in addition to long-term maintenance costs. This is money that Canadian taxpayers shoulder without a clear benefit.
Moreover, military experts have raised concerns about the performance of the F-35 jet, ranging from troubling mechanical issues to software malfunctions that compromise its effectiveness and safety. These drawbacks raise the question: is this a sound investment for our country's defense?
Instead, Canada should explore investing in alternative aircraft that better suit our defense needs and economic realities, perhaps forming a defense coalition with other countries for shared technology and research. This approach fortifies our military readiness while safeguarding national interests and upholding Canadian sovereignty.
For the sake of our financial security, democratic autonomy, and national defense, it's imperative that Canada halts the purchase of F-35 jets. We need leaders who value Canada’s independence and prioritize the well-being of its citizens over susceptible alliances and imprudent expenditures.
Join me in urging Lockheed Martin to reconsider and terminate the F-35 contract with the Canadian government . Together, we can push for a future where Canada stands firmly as an independent and equal partner on the global stage, free from economic threats and unfair alliances.
Sign this petition to demand a stronger and more self-reliant Canada!
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Petition created on September 13, 2026