Paul Pryce explains how many of the Royal Canadian Navy’s woes can be attributed to a lack of a strategic update. But Ottawa can chart a new course.
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.
Africa’s Arms Race at Sea
As maritime boundary disputes increase among African countries, Paul Pryce expresses concern that the continent is on the verge of a naval arms race.
Are we there yet?
Nigel Trimble looks at the latest confusion stemming from leaked Pentagon report on the Canadian government’s continued interest in the F-35 Lightening II fighter jet.
Canada and its Allies: Arctic Strategies
While the world tends to look towards the Middle East and Asia today, Erik Underwood looks North, examining the military capabilities of the Arctic coastal states.
The Aurora Solution
After examining the capabilities of Canada’s contribution to the efforts against IS, Shahryar Pasandideh offers a solution to the logistical problems of the contribution.
Keeping the Arctic “True North and Free”
Nigel Trimble looks at what the Canadian military needs to reassert Canadian sovereignty over the Arctic.
On Capabilities and Canada’s Fight Against IS/ISIS/ISIL
As Canada continues to combat IS in the Middle East, Shahryar Pasandideh examines the capabilities of Canada’s contribution.
Infograph: Canada’s Response to the Situation in Iraq
On October 7, 2014 the Parliament of Canada passed a motion that will see Canada join coalition efforts to counter ISIL. Here is an infograph detailing the Canadian response to ISIL.
Russia’s Resurgent Navy: Assessing The Northern Fleet
With the world looking at southern Russia, Erik Underwood looks north, assessing the revitalization of the Northern Fleet.
Canadian Armed Forces’ Security at Home: Increased Vigilance After Successive Attacks
Following the events in Ottawa, Ben Abonyi examines the efforts of the Canadian Armed Forces to increase vigilance at home.










