CAF leadership lacks courage
It’s the responsibility of military brass to pound on the desks of their political masters to address shortcomings in the institution. Instead, they sugar coat the situation.
The politics of fear: what ‘tough on crime’ gets wrong about public safety
This approach may generate compelling soundbites, but decades of evidence show it does little to improve public safety while deepening systemic inequities.
Canadian military colleges report offers honest approach to right the ship
In 1980, Kate Armstrong was one of 32 women who joined Royal Military College of Canada as cadets. ‘Most of us had to navigate the skepticism of superiors and fellow cadets alike. We were harassed, hazed, and tested over and over again.’
A bigger defence budget may increase Canada’s hollow force risk
To prevent this from happening, a force capacity review must accompany new defence budgets and funding streams.
Future planning needed amid Canada’s defence budget boost
If we truly wish to provide a deterrent to Russian aggression, we need to learn from the ongoing war in Europe.
Royal Canadian Air Force unveils two planes for training program
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A thin façade of combat capability
If your military cupboard is hurting, you can’t throw a coat of fresh paint on a disabled tank and pretend all is good for the reviewing politician.
Treat agriculture as national defence with a strong water strategy
Canada may be rich in fresh water, but abundance does not equal security. Management is fragmented across jurisdictions, and shared river systems, especially in the Prairies, face mounting pressure.
‘Sunshine is what is needed’: 2025 election, foreign interference issues on deck for PROC this fall
Conservative vice-chair Michael Cooper says he thinks the Longest Ballot Committee’s efforts may also need to be explored by the House Affairs Committee.
Foreign influence watchdog needs experience and compassion, not eminence: national security experts
Beyond the requisite knowledge and experience, ensuring the incoming Foreign Influence Registry Commissioner is clear of any appearance of partisanship will be critical, says Canadian Foreign Influence Transparency Registry Coalition spokesperson Gloria Fung.
