Anita Anand

Anita Anand is a Canadian politician who has been serving as the Minister of National Defence since 2021. She was previously the Minister of Health and was a member of Parliament for the riding of Mississauga—Malton. Anand has a background in medicine and has worked as a doctor in the Canadian Armed Forces. She has also been a vocal advocate for military reform and has spoken out on issues related to veterans' affairs and military culture. Anand has a strong reputation as a leader and has been praised for her ability to bring people together.