The end of US President Obama’s Nuclear Security Summit on April 13, 2010, brought with it the beginning of a new era of nuclear security as 47 world leaders gathered in Washington D.C. for a two-day summit on how to safeguard nuclear materials from terrorists and non-state actors. A joint declaration from the leaders stated Read More…
Author: NATO Association of Canada
The NATO Association of Canada (NAOC) strives to educate and engage Canadians about NATO and its goals of peace, prosperity and security. The NAOC ensures Canada has an informed citizenry able to participate in discussions about its role on the world stage.
The NATO Council of Canada Spring Conference, 2010
The NATO Council’s annual Spring Conference was held on April 8, 2010. This year’s topic was ‘Minimizing Conflict in the Race for Natural Resources: Securing Economic Stability in the 21st Century’, looking at different issues pertaining to energy security from geopolitical, economic and military standpoints. Conference attendees were offered an in-depth look at many different aspects of resource scarcity from an impressive list of speakers from a wide range of industries and professional backgrounds. The speakers provided thorough, informed and detailed discussions that sparked debate and dialogue on how energy security will impact both the public and private sectors and how NATO will define its role in dealing with the increasingly complex security issue.
Conference: Minimizing Conflict in the Race for Natural Resources
The NATO Council’s annual Spring Conference was held on April 8, 2010. This year’s topic was ‘Minimizing Conflict in the Race for Natural Resources: Securing Economic Stability in the 21st Century’, looking at different issues pertaining to energy security from geopolitical, economic and military standpoints. Conference attendees were offered an in-depth look at many different Read More…
NATO Courts the Gulf States
In trying to facilitate support to its quest to stabilize the AfPak region, NATO is courting the Gulf states to support their mission, with one eye on the horizon and another on the threats the future may bring.
2010 Undergraduate Essay Contest – Natural Resources and Conflict in the 21st Century
The NATO Council of Canada announces the 2010 undergraduate student essay contest on the subject of natural resources and conflict in the 21st century. Essays received before April 1 will be considered for free admission to the NATO Council of Canada Spring Conference. Essays received by May 15 will be considered for admission to another upcoming academic conference. All winners will also receive a free one year membership to the NATO Council of Canada and have their winning piece published on the NATO Council of Canada’s website.
Poland Mourns
Parliament Speaker and acting President Bronislaw Komorowski has announced a national week of mourning in Poland following the tragic death of President Lech Kaczynski, first lady Maria Kaczynski and a number of Polish military, economic and civic leaders in a deadly plane crash over the weekend.
Newsletter – March 2010
Another Dream YATA Report A New Strategic Concept Security by other means The Canadian Connection Ukraine-Afghanistan Afghanistan Political Stability Dr. Sean Maloney Events Newsletter – March 2010
In Focus Newsletter #27 – February 19, 2010
Romania to Host U.S. Missile Defense Interceptors France-Russia Warship Deal Cause Concern Operation Moshtarak: A Test for Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan In Focus Newsletter #27 – February 19, 2010
A Test for Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan
On Sunday ISAF forces operating alongside US Marines and Afghan troops began a much-anticipated military push in southern Helmand province. Operation Moshtarak is focused on the lawless area of Marjah, which serves as a major base for insurgent activity and drug trafficking. The launching of this offensive is part of the larger American military surge in Afghanistan and marks the largest joint operation by allied forces since the 2001 invasion.
November 8, 2010
NCC Roundtable with Jan Techau The NATO Council of Canada and the RCMI Security Studies Committee invite you t a roundtable discussion with Mr. Jan Techau, Research Advisor, NATO Defense College. This roundtable will engage participants on the “Challenges to the European Security Architecture” and will be followed with a wine reception with the speaker. Read More…