“Canada has the longest coastline in the world to defend and we need new ships to protect it. “The Royal Canadian Navy should have the ships it needs to protect Canadian interests, and that starts with making the most of the infrastructure that we have. “As a proud Newfoundlander, I know that this island and its skilled workforce can play a major role in keeping Canada safe. “This is a straightforward move to bring jobs and security for Canadians. Conservatives will always fight for a Canada that is truly glorious and free, whose proud sailors have the ships they need to stand ready.”