Ben Hess explores the dialogue surrounding military drones as Canada considers acquiring UAVs with lethal force while considering their contribution to past military operations.
5. Authors of the NCC
A list of authors, past and present
A Partner on the Adriatic: Why Montenegro’s Accession Matters for the Balkans
Aidan Simardone explores how Montenegro’s accession to NATO has the potential to increase political, economic, and security-related cooperation with Balkan states.
Investigating Secular Stagnation, Part 2: Demographics
The populations of industrialized countries are at once leveling off and aging. It’s a trend that bodes poorly for economic growth as we know it.
Victory by any means? Part 1: Rules of War & Humanitarian Law
In times of war and armed conflicts, what are the legal and ethical standards that must be upheld to ensure the dignity and human rights of all peoples? In Part 1 of this article, Sabrina Natale provides an analysis into the ICRC rules of war and International Humanitarian Law.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or Post Deployment Alienation Disorder
Are the causes of PTSD what we thought? New research suggests otherwise.
The Other Extremism: Far-Right Movements and Vigilantism in Canada
The recent tragedy in Quebec highlighted the severity of the threat posed by far-right movements and vigilantism in Canada. Nabil Bhatia analyzes the magnitude and organizational structure of far-right extremist groups in Canada, and suggests necessary steps that the Canadian government should take.
From Calgary to the Caliphate: Exploring the Unlikely Hotbed for ISIS Recruitment
With many of Canada’s foreign fighters emerging from Calgary, it must be explored how a cosmopolitan city has now become a ‘hotbed’ for ISIS recruitment. Nabil Bhatia attempts to answer this question by investigating cases of radicalization in the Canadian city.
Conspiracies, Misinformation, and the Dysphoria of Politics
The 2016 US election has been a watershed for the rise of conspiracy theories in public discussion and policy. Their popularity will have serious consequences for international politics.
Exploring the Effects of Economic Instability in Venezuela
Venezuela’s economy and people face disaster amid a currency crisis, food and medical shortages, and a dangerous security situation. Mitchell Haid examines the severity of Venezuela’s problems and what the government is doing about it.
Robert Baines Named President and Chief Executive Officer of the NATO Association of Canada
February 13, 2017 (TORONTO) – Today, the NATO Association of Canada (NAOC) is announcing its newly elected President and Chief Executive Officer, Robert Baines, CD, MA. Mr. Baines is succeeding the NAOC’s long-serving president, Ms. Julie Lindhout, effective March 10, 2017. In an increasingly complex and uncertain world, the NATO Association educates Canadians about Read More…