Three Minutes to Doomsday, Russian Aggression, NATO expansion and the implications of Russian and NATO buildup in Eastern Europe.
NATO and Canada
Since its inception in 1949, Canada has played an integral role in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its numerous military and non-military engagements. As a founding member, Canada’s involvement over the past 70 years has varied from troop deployment and training in Europe during much of the Cold War, to activity abroad in places like Afghanistan and Libya. The articles in the NATO and Canada program examine NATO’s operational history and Canada’s role from a multitude of perspectives. The NATO Association of Canada aims to supply Canadians with a greater insight into the inner workings of this long-standing alliance and its Canadian contributions.
Outperforming its Allies? Canada and its Commitment to NATO
Trevor Schenk discusses Canada’s expanding role within NATO, and how through its contributions it is out performing most of its allies despite its modest defence budget.
Why Canada Really Didn’t Go To Iraq In 2003
Joseph Fiorino looks at the reasons why Canada chose not to join the coalition to invade Iraq in 2003.
The Barbarians Are at the Gates: NATO, Turkey and the Syrian Quagmire
Trevor Schenk discusses the implications of Turkey’s policy towards Syria and if it can be trusted as a reliable ally in the fight against the Islamic State.
Between the Desert and the Sea
Benjamin looks into the hindrances that stand in the way of reconstruction efforts taking place in the Gaza Strip following the 2014 summer war, which left much of the Gaza strip devastated.
Combat Ready, At Least Digitally
David gives us an insight on the annual “Locked Shields” competition by the NATO Cyber Defense Centre of Excellence.
A Hierarchy of Interests and the NATO Security Community
Emily Robinson discusses the hierarchy of interests within NATO and how it has been able to remain relevant in the post Cold War era.
Canada’s Northern Strategy: The Battle for the Arctic
Kevin Hempstead discusses Canada’s Northern Strategy and its battle against Russia for Arctic dominance.
Between Yarmouk and a Hard Place – Part II
Megan explores the dire situation in which Yarmouk’s residents currently reside, constantly fearing a coupled threat of Assad’s regime on one hand, and ISIS on the other. All the while, Yarmouk struggles to make ends meet, with many lacking access to water, food and daily necessities due to a lack of humanitarian assistance.
Between Yarmouk and a Hard Place – Part I
Megan explores the dire situation in which Yarmouk’s residents currently reside, constantly fearing a coupled threat of Assad’s regime on one hand, and ISIS on the other. All the while, Yarmouk struggles to make ends meet, with many lacking access to water, food and daily necessities due to a lack of humanitarian assistance.