In his latest article, Justin Dell writes on the lessons we can learn from a past NATO operation: Able Archer.
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.
Russian Federation No Longer: The Decline of Federalism and Autonomy in Russia
Aidan Simardone argues Western states should demand Russia respect federalism.
NATO And Colombia: The Emperor’s New Clothes?
In her most recent article, Natalia Valencia writes about the recent announcement of Colombia joining NATO as a ‘global partner’ and what this means for a region that has become wary of not just U.S. hard power and policy toward Latin America, but of Western intervention on the whole.
One for All and All for One: NATO, Stability, and the American National Interest
While world leaders question the usefulness of the international order, Justin Dell shows just how important NATO is to U.S. national interest.
Legality or Justice? Why NATO Must Uphold the Responsibility to Protect, Even Without Authorization
Aidan Simardone writes on why NATO should intervene in humanitarian crises, even without UN authorization.
The Long Road Ahead: From the G7 to the NATO Summit
After a jarring G7 Summit in Charlevoix, international leaders must brace for impact in Brussels. Will the Americans derail the upcoming Summit at NATO Headquarters? Canadian leaders must work with their allies to keep NATO on track.
A Captive State in Democratic Clothing: A Discussion with Consul General Andrii Veselovskyi
In a four part series, the NATO Association of Canada discusses the advance of Russia and Ukraine’s bid to join NATO with Ukrainian Consul General Andrii Veselovskyi. The inaugural feature discusses the reality of Russian intervention in Central and Eastern Europe, and analyzes how western misconceptions and acquiesce have led to a negligent disregard of Read More…
Current NATO Operations: A Beginner’s Guide
This handy beginner’s guide by Buzz Lanthier-Rogers outlines the NATO operations going on right now.
More than Security: NATO and the Rules-Based International Order in the Post-Cold War Era
Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, NATO has become a valuable partner in upholding the rules-based international order.