<p>As Canada ramps up defence spending in an effort to meet its NATO commitments, a pollster suggests the military may struggle to find the people it needs. According to a new Angus Reid Institute poll, just under half of Canadians say they’d be willing to serve if war broke out, and younger adults were the least likely to say they would volunteer.</p>

For years, the Canadian Armed Forces has been dealing with a recruitment crisis and public pride in the military has taken a hit.{ai:summary}<p>Canada is increasing its defense budget to fulfill NATO obligations, but a recent Angus Reid Institute poll indicates potential recruitment challenges. Nearly half of Canadians are willing to serve in a conflict, but younger individuals show the least interest in volunteering. #military</p>

Half of Canadians would volunteer to fight if war breaks out, and fewer young people, poll finds

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