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Canadian troops would remain for home defence

An expected invasion would keep Canadian formations at home and reduce reinforcements available for France.

Question

Why would Canadian troops remain out of the Western Front?

Short answer

Britain and Canada would retain them for home defence once an American invasion became likely.

Notes

Advance warning of an American invasion would change the destination of Canadian formations. Britain would have little reason to move those troops to France when Canada itself faced attack. The Canadian government would also resist sending away the forces needed for home defence. Some territory in France might receive fewer reinforcements as Britain prioritized keeping Canada intact.