Canadian soldiers of the Operational liaison and mentoring team, and a soldier of the Afghan National Army take a break during an operation in the Panjwayi district, Afghanistan. Joint Task Force Afghanistan is Canada’s military contribution to Afghanistan. Canadian operations will focus on working with Afghan authorities to improve security, governance and economic development in the country. The Canadian Forces contribution in Afghanistan comprises over 2,500 soldiers, most of whom serve with JTF-Afg at Kandahar Airfield and Camp Nathan Smith, Canada’s Provincial Reconstruction Team, in Kandahar City. Additional personnel are assigned to various military headquarters, support bases and civilian organizations.