Supported claims confirm World War II began in 1939, Canada had negligible military industry that year with a population of 11 million, and produced thousands of aircraft, hundreds of naval vessels, and over 800,000 vehicles by 1945. NATO leaders are scheduled to meet in Ankara July 7-8, 2026, with commitments to reach 5% of GDP defense spending by 2035 following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Unverified reports detail specific statements and breakdowns of the spending target.