Aaron Willschick examines whether lower carbon energy is indeed the answer to Canada becoming a world leader in energy policy.
Author: Aaron Willschick
Aaron Willschick is a graduate from the MA program in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs. He also holds an MA degree in political science from York University and a BaH from York University’s Glendon College. His research interests include the European Union, European security and defense policy, NATO enlargement to Eastern Europe and democratization. He has extensive experience in policy and research, having worked as a trade assistant at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto and a research assistant to well-known Canadian author Anna Porter and York University political science professor Heather MacRae.
Contact Information:
Email: awillschick@rogers.com
A Global Partnership? The Challenges of an Internationally Connected NATO and the ‘Seven Continent Strategy’
In response to a New York Times piece from last week, Aaron Willschick argues that a globally connected NATO that confronts “global problems” is impractical and unrealistic.
The Future is Now: The Significance and Potential Danger of Laser Weapon Systems at Sea
Aaron Willschick argues that the U.S. Navy’s new LAWS laser system may be impressive from a technological point of view, but weapons of its kind threaten to push warfare to a futuristic and dangerous position.
On a Fast Track To Membership? NATO and an Independent Scotland
Aaron Willschick looks at the upcoming referendum on Scottish independence and argues that the country should not be given any preferential treatment with regards to NATO membership.
To Intervene or Not To Intervene? NATO and the Syria Crisis
Aaron Willschick takes a look at the recent developments in Syria and the problems associated with NATO staying on the sidelines of the conflict.
A Model Operation? Canada and Operation Artemis
Aaron Willschick examines Canada’s valuable contribution to counter-piracy activities through Operation Artemis.
Warmongering at Sea: Russia’s Military Exercise in the Black Sea
Aaron Willschick on the tension over the recent Russian military exercise in the Black Sea and how Russian President Vladimir Putin should put an end to his persistent warmongering.
The “End” of NATO? The Alliance and Its Role in the 21st Century
In a response to J.L. Granastein’s recent article on NATO’s role in today’s security landscape, Aaron Willschick argues that Granastein’s argument is compelling yet flawed and that NATO can still serve an important role going forward.
An Unlikely Alliance: Ukraine and NATO in the Battle Against Maritime Piracy
Aaron Willschick examines the unlikely partnership between Ukraine and NATO on maritime piracy, but warns that the former Soviet state has a long way to go if it wishes to be accepted into the West.
Trading Humans for Robots: The Battle Against Roadside Bombs in Afghanistan and Iraq
Aaron Willschick takes a look at the technological evolution of the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars and the use of bomb ‘sniffing’ robots that are saving the lives of many soldiers.