Nil Sendil on the Canadian withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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.
A Future for Canadian submarines? Costs, Capabilities, and Interests
Canada’s submarine fleet often sparks large debate. Going forward, that debate must centre on how costs, capabilities, and Canadian interests align with one another.
Marching to Remember
Maureen Handrahan on the Canadian Forces’ participation in the 97th annual Nijmegen Marches.
Afghanistan’s Never-Ending Opium War
Sandra Song on the state and future of the Afghan opium war.
5 Ways Obama’s Green Intentions Will Affect the Canadian Economy
Diana Rivera analyzes Obama’s climate strategy and its implications for the Canadian economy.
Intensifying NATO Partnerships: The Example of the Finnish Navy
Paul Pryce examines the Finnish Navy’s unique relationship with NATO.
When can you negotiate with terrorists?
Tyler Amos comments on terrorist negotiations and the US decision to initiate talks with the Taliban in Qatar.
“And Keep Moving On”: Transforming NATO for 2020 and Canada’s Potential Role
Sam Hossack on the future of NATO and Canada’s role within the Alliance.
(How) Can NATO Respond to the Syrian Crisis?
Revived by the outbreak of the Arab Spring, the conflict between oppositionists to the Assad regime and the Syrian government has escalated in recent months, plunging the nation into a civil war. As its violent nature intensifies, the humanitarian crisis deepens. Consequently, NATO nations face pressures from external and internal actors who argue that a Read More…
NATO in the North? The Debate Over an Alliance Presence in the Arctic
Andrew Chisholm considers the debate over whether NATO should play a role in Arctic security. Which players are driving it, why Canada is opposed, and what is a better option for Canadian interests in the region.