Dai Johnson is a BA graduate in International Politics and History from the University of Liverpool and the University of Toronto. He is a Junior Research Fellow at the NATO Association of Canada within the Society, Culture and Security program. Mr. Johnson is also a Research Analyst for the Plakhov Group focusing on Transatlantic and European affairs. Alongside working with Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) - Toronto, his efforts to foster greater youth involvement in foreign policy is complemented by his initiatives in the Canadian foreign policy sphere.
Dai Johnson Society, Culture, and Security

Should CANZUK be a Goal for Canada? 

Canada finds itself in an era of security challenges posed not only by traditional rivals, but also by its neighbour and greatest partner. The risks to its economic stability from both internal and external trials include failures to meet economic challenges caused by the 2015 oil crisis, COVID-19, and renewed European crises, all of which threaten to undermine Read More…

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“Patience, Tolerance, and Strength of Character of Her People:” Remembrance and Defence Policy

On November 11th, Canadians and their European allies observe Remembrance Day or Armistice Day, honouring those who sacrificed their lives in the World Wars and serving as a reminder of why maintaining the capability to fight remains important. For Canada, an extraordinary sacrifice was made in solidarity with the British. In a subtle display of Read More…

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What NATO Forgot About Article II

As Russia’s war on Ukraine tests NATO’s resolve, and a looming alliance between China and other states opposed to NATO seeks to reshape the global order in its favour, NATO and its allies find themselves facing the most dangerous challenges of the 21st century.  What does NATO mean to us?    What was NATO built Read More…