Cholla: I think that the purpose of Canada's being in Afghanistan is not to be involved in any combat situations, but rather to train the local authorities (last I heard anyway). It is a peacekeeping mission, which is all our military advertises to be involved. No invasions, no military action, etc. So whether or not that is furthering any terrorist activity, I don't know. A government needs to protect its people and it needs a policing authority in order to do so, and sometimes will need some help to get situated. Canada will not stay, we're only helping the country get on its feet.