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Title:
Lebanese Armed Forces Mountain Warfare Ski School (MWSS) Maintenance Building
Agreement Number:
7457846 P013632001
Agreement Value:
$3,833,913.33
Agreement Date:
Mar 13, 2024 - Apr 30, 2027
Description:
The purpose of this project is to provide the Mountain Warfare Ski School (MWSS) a facility that is capable of establishing practical service and preventative maintenance to vehicles, as well as to establish a learning environment that supports a variety of instructional needs and allows for multi-gender occupancy to support female integration efforts into LAF operations. Development of the MWSS will build on the LAF’s ability to maintain a consistent supply of equipment and resources to all arms and is paramount in their ability to provide consistent protection to their borders and reduce the influx of undesirable elements that currently exists. This requirement is part of the Canadian Armed Forces mandate to enhance LAF operations within Lebanon and set the conditions for continued training and development that will build LAF capabilities and support regional stability. At present, the primary storage location for the large, high value components such as snowmobiles (LOSV) and utility-task vehicles (UTV) is not functional as it provides no shelter from the elements, has no discernible system of organization, and does not allow for a workspace for operators and service personnel. This means that equipment, including donations from Canada and other international partners, is not able to be optimized by the LAF leading to a loss of capability as equipment is damaged in storage. Additionally, there is no appropriate location for conducting training and education efforts and the ability to engage female integration into the training is limited due to a lack of safe, appropriate accommodations.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:

Increased the LAF’s ability to supply equipment and vehicles vital to training and operations such as the Land Border Regiments operations in Lebanon.

Increased the LAF’s capacity to support trainings and operations for multiple terrains and seasonal considerations for all LAF units in Lebanon.

Improved the LAF’s management of equipment donations from partner nations reducing damages, duplication of effort and improved preventative maintenance in Lebanon.

Enhanced the LAF’s ability to provide consistent border protection and reduce the influx of undesirable elements in Lebanon.

Strengthened the MWSS into a Centre of Excellence for supply management and training initiatives to support operations in all LAF AORs in Lebanon.

Enhanced the LAF’s position for continued training and capacity building efforts with Canada and other partner nations in Lebanon.

Location:
New York, US
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q2-00216
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:

Belated reporting that should have been included in the 2023-2024 4th Quarter report.

Recipient's Operating Name:
UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
Recipient's Legal Name:
UNOPS - United Nations Office
Federal Riding Number:
NA
Program:
Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program
Program Purpose:

The Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program provides assistance to foreign states to enable them to prevent and respond to terrorist activity. It supports global efforts to fight terrorism and address terrorist threats to Canadians and Canadian interests throughout the world.

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