In this infographic, Kelsie Chasse depicts the process of deploying Canada’s Disaster Assistance Response Team and shows key points of their role in international relief.
Canadian Armed Forces
On the ground, in the air and on the water, the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces stand watch over the country and defend its interests at home and abroad. The Canadian Armed Forces Program aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the issues facing Canadian soldiers across all branches of the military in order to give Canadians varying perspectives on the men and women who defend their country.
Canada’s Role in the Mosul Offensive
Kelsie Chasse discusses the role of the Canadian Armed Forces in the Mosul Offensive, specifically Canada’s involvement in training and advising the Kurdish Peshmerga, as part of Operation Impact.
Canada’s New Sidearm: A Higher Calibre?
The Browning Hi-Power has been the Canadian military’s sidearm for more than 70 years. Paul Pryce discusses possible replacements.
Beijing’s A2/AD Doctrine is Challenging the United States Dominance of the Western Pacific
China is putting pressure on the US Navy in the western pacific using a strategy based on asymmetric warfare known as A2/AD. John Pollock discusses China’s increased military capabilities and what it means for the United States.
Is NATO Prepared in Case of a Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, or Radiological Attack? The ongoing CBRN Threat and Canada’s Role in Protection and Defence
In this article, Kelsie Chasse discusses recent developments in CBRN warfare and Canada’s role in defence domestically and abroad.
Solid Foundations for Quake Response in Canada
Seismologists warn that Canada’s West Coast is overdue for a devastating earthquake and tsunami. Paul Pryce discusses the country’s level of preparedness.
Threats to Canada’s Security: Assured Access to the Global Commons (Part II/III)
As seen in recent years, modern war zones are rife with hybrid threats and belligerent groups that adhere less to international norms and bodies than their ideological motivations. Matthew Sherlock-Hubbard and Marko Babic discuss why Canada must engage with partners across the world to work together in confronting security challenges to Canada, its Allies, and other nations and peoples in need.
The Evolving Role of Non-State Actors
Non-state actors are playing an increasingly disruptive role in international maritime affairs. Paul Pryce discusses how to reinforce the legal norms that rule the waves.
Canada’s Fragmented Firefighting
Wildfires know no borders, but each Canadian province and territory has its own wildfire strategy. Paul Pryce calls for federal leadership.
Wartime is the Only Time we Have: Why we Need More NATO
Wartime has become the only kind of time we have. Jayson Derow discusses why there is a need for Western politics to recognize the current realities of conflict and function as a cohesive Alliance within NATO in a way that protects its shared values that remain vulnerable.