That happens all the time, and everywhere, not just in Canada. It’s why the US defense industry is spread out among all the 50 states, so that everybody can insist that their district gets part of the defense spending.
What’s happening with Canada is a lot worse, but it’s also not unusual for countries that are small but are part of a coalition that allows them to rely on other countries to protect them.
That happens all the time, and everywhere, not just in Canada. It’s why the US defense industry is spread out among all the 50 states, so that everybody can insist that their district gets part of the defense spending.
What’s happening with Canada is a lot worse, but it’s also not unusual for countries that are small but are part of a coalition that allows them to rely on other countries to protect them.