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Abstract

This thesis explores how the Canadian Army can best use the Regular and Reserve Forces to construct an operationally ready Total Force. The work follows four broad avenues of inquiry.

First, the Canadian historical experience is examined in an attempt to place current defence needs into proper historical perspective. Second, the experiences of units which have implemented various versions of Total Force are considered. Third, empirical research is conducted in an attempt to quantify: 1) The similarities and differences between Regular and Reserve soldiers in terms of readiness; 2) The similarities and differences between Regular and Reserve soldiers in terms of the satisfaction of their individual needs; 3) The effect on the satisfaction of the group needs of Reservists of introducing large numbers of Regular soldiers into Reserve units; 4) The similarities and differences between Regular, Total Force and Reserve units in terms of their ability to achieve the task; 5) The interaction between these various items. Fourth, the practices of other allied Armies are contrasted with Canadian practice in a number of areas which appear to affect the results achieved in a Total Force environment.

Concrete recommendation are offered with regard to the following: command structure; mix of units; size of units; demographics and location of units; the use of Regular Force personnel in Reserve units; the Reserve augmentation of Regular Force units; training schedules; recruitment and enrolment standards; training requirements and promotion policies; pay and benefits; and operational evaluations. Together these recommendations offer a comprehensive programme for the revitalisation of the Canadian Army Reserves.

Publication Type:	Thesis (Doctoral)
Subjects:	F History United States, Canada, Latin America > F1001 Canada (General) H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management U Military Science
Departments:	Bayes Business School > Bayes Business School Doctoral Theses Doctoral Theses

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