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Canada's reserves are being brought forward - this quote from the article says it all (Capitals by me to emphasize):
David Bercuson, director of the Centre for Military and Strategic Studies at the University of Calgary, said the changes make sense given the current global security situation. HE WAS SURPRISED TO HEAR, however, OF ENVISIONED SCENARIOS THAT MIGHT REQUIRE a form of constabulary or policing function for RESERVES IN CIVILIAN CONTAINMENT and security.