Canada needs a national strategy for security, trade, and economy to contend with Trump, say political science experts
‘A royal commission on securing Canada’s future is not optional. It is essential,’ reads a March 24 open letter to the prime minister, signed by almost 100 experts in political science and other fields.
Arctic security takes spotlight as Canadian sovereignty remains key campaign issue
The prominent focus on defence this election shows ‘a reorientation’ as Canada faces ‘an existential threat,’ says Liberal John McKay, who is not seeking re-election.
Health security must be recognized as a pillar of national security
Strengthening health security demands public awareness, investment, cross-sector collaboration, and its full integration into national security planning.
Leadership and risk tolerance stymie fixing CAF recruitment, retention
A more flexible, learning-oriented leadership approach could help the Armed Forces remain attractive and effective in an increasingly complex security environment.
‘This cannot stand in Canada’: advocates push Liberals to showcase ‘zero tolerance’ after downplaying former candidate’s China bounty comments
Despite Paul Chiang’s resignation, diaspora communities ‘will now remember’ Liberal Leader Mark Carney ‘stood by his candidate’ whose comments are now being probed by the RCMP, says Hong Kong Watch’s Katherine Leung.
Defence pledges have unprecedented electoral spotlight, but more ambition may be needed to match allies: experts
‘We seem to be catching up on the old conversation just as it’s on the cusp of changing,’ says defence expert David Perry on the consensus building towards two per cent defence spending.
Canada’s national security bureaucracy needs a rethink
When the House of Commons returns, it should shape how Ottawa analyzes intelligence.
Will the F-35 become a casualty as Trump’s trade war widens?
The U.S. president badgering Canada into spending more on American defence technology under threat of economic punishment does not sit well with most patriotic Canadians.
Tech versus traffickers: closing Canada’s border security gaps
The failure to recognize trafficking network links results in missed opportunities to dismantle entire criminal enterprises.
Election process ‘robust,’ but security partners will be ‘on the lookout’ as Canada heads to the polls, says chief electoral officer
Stéphane Perrault shared changes to this year’s federal election voting process, including measures to expand Indigenous and student access across Canada.
