Misha Boutilier analyzes the differences between the reserve forces of Canada and Ukraine.
Strategic Reserve
Beyond the Numbers: Bean Counting and the Russia-NATO Balance of Power
There are many problems and risks associated with ‘bean counting’ – comparing the balance of power by comparing numbers. It ignores many measurable and immeasurable asymmetries which Shahryar Pasandideh discusses.
Defence Cuts: Reserves Pay the Price
By mandating large defence cuts while keeping personnel and capital expenses fixed, the government has ensured that the readiness of the Forces will suffer.
Private Military Companies will fill NATO’s Shoes
Alessandro Gagliardi analyses why PMCs may continue to operate in Afghanistan, should NATO withdraw in 2014.
Heroes in Our Midst
Canada’s success in Afghanistan would not have been possible without the participation of the Reserve Forces as an operational force.
Meeting Female Recruitment Targets
The Canadian Armed Forces is trying to increase the percentage of women in the military by setting ambitious targets for itself.
An Improper Use of Reserve Forces: The Case of the Kingston-class Vessels
Shahryar Pasandideh argues against the efficacy of Canada’s partial adoption of the total force concept for manning its Kingston-class coastal defence vessels.
The Purpose of the Reserve: Mobilization, Augmentation, or Integration?
Misha Boutilier argues that Reserves need not serve as a base for mass mobilization, they should instead continue in their role of augmenting the Regular Force, while also expanding their ability to complement Regular Force skills.
Total Force
Shahryar Pasandideh weighs the benefits of emulating an American model of total force reserve forces intended for deployment abroad.
Over-Complicated Recruitment Process Stifles Army Reserve Growth
The Army Reserve is predicted to shrink this year despite being legislated to grow. Justine Reisler explores the bureaucratic factor behind this problem.