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.
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.
No Place to Hide: Why Canada Will Be Forced to Decide on Syria
Although the Arab Spring, which developed in December 2010 and became mainstream news in January 2011, has mostly faded from the minds of most, the situation in Syria has escalated rapidly leading the international community, particularly the EU and the US, to consider military responses. Furthermore, this situation is complicated by the regional religious tensions Read More…
NATO, Libya, an Syria: The Path Ahead
Leah Nosal examines Canada and NATO’s involvement in Libya and the path forward for Syria.
Beyond the NATO Mission: The Future of Afghanistan’s Security
Tim Feller investigates the future of Afghanistan’s security as NATO forces prepare to withdraw.
Canada: Arctic Challenges and Opportunities
Christopher Kelly analyzes the results of the Arctic Council’s deliberations in Sweden, its implications for regional security, and Canada’s interests as it assumes the rotating Chairmanship of the Council.
CETA: Carving a Stronger Foothold in the European Market
Diana Rivera on why CETA will expand the frontiers of the Canadian economy and give it renewed strength.
Ottawa Citizen: All-Party Inanity On Syria
A brief analysis of the emergency session that took place in the House of Commons on May 7, 2013, situated within the wider debate of NATO non-intervention in Syria.
DFAIT: Promoting and Protecting Canada’s Interests and Values at NATO
On April 23, 2013, Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs John Baird attended the NATO Foreign Ministers’ in Brussels.
Department of National Defence: Canadian Armed Forces to Participate in Joint Multinational NATO Exercise
On April 2, 2013, more than 900 Canadian sailors, airmen and airwomen of the Canadian Armed Forces departed to participate in Exercise Joint Warrior, a joint multinational NATO exercise taking place in the United Kingdom from April 15 to 25.
A Model Operation? Canada and Operation Artemis
Aaron Willschick examines Canada’s valuable contribution to counter-piracy activities through Operation Artemis.