Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace. 

The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.  
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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.
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Turning Up the Heat

Anojan Nicholas looks at how climate change could create greater political instability throughout the world
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Producer vs. Consumer Cost: How Affordable Are Renewables? (Energy Security Part 3/3)

In the final part of her series on Canada’s energy security, Emily Robinson takes a look at the cost of renewables to examine how renewable energy is developing.
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The Arms Trade Treaty: A Promising Start?

In his latest work, Ben Abonyi examines the Arms Trade Treaty.
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Iran’s Developing Military Capabilities Part V: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

In Part V of the series, Shahryar Pasandideh continues to examine Iran’s developing military through a discussion of their drone capabilities.
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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.