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An Arctic Accord and the Canadian Coast Guard

Arctic Council member states struck an historic agreement in New London, Connecticut. Paul Pryce discusses the implications for Canada.

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Airlifts, Jurisprudence and Military Bases: Canada’s Responsibility To Refugees

Jonas looks at the Syrian Refugee Crisis and its implications for Canadian security