Theories of security and insecurity, why the EU has taken a security based approach to combating irregular migration from North Africa.
Expanding Community
The Expanding Community program at the NAOC has three aims. First, the program seeks to explore the growth of the NATO alliance, prospective members and relationship with partners. Secondly, it looks at human rights issues and its effects on NATO member and partner countries. Thirdly, it features Canada’s global connections, including our links to other nations on a bilateral basis, and the role Canada plays within international and multilateral institutions. Check back regularly for original articles, as well as links to related news, blog posts and videos from around the world.
Ebola Part 1: 2014 Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever in Western Africa
Kyle Chatterson delves into the reality of the current Ebola outbreak, and presents the facts being hidden by the current media sensationalism.
NATO’s Security Dilemma
In light of a recent report by the UK Parliament’s Defence Committee on the threat posed by Russia, Gabriel Mallows discusses NATO’s options.
Combating the Spread of International Diseases: The International Health Regulations
Alex Grigg explains the current state of international health regulations, and what has shaped them up to this point.
NATO’s Much Needed Status Quo: Pre-Emptive Response
David Hunter discusses NATO moving to a more proactive role in defense of member nations.
The Human Costs of Fortress Europe
A discussion of Europe’s policy of increased security and militarization of its borders to combat the growing number of irregular migrants trying to reach its shores from Africa.
Refugee Health Care Changes in Canada Deemed “Cruel and Unusual”
Alex Grigg examines refugee healthcare, and how to improve quality of care for vulnerable groups.
The Price of Complacency
David Hunter examines the cost of falling defense expenditures.
Hong Kong’s Dance with Democracy
Christopher Cowan examines the future of China’s “one country, two systems” policy towards Hong Kong.
Worst Ever Ebola Outbreak Occurring in West Africa
Alex Grigg examines the increasingly troubling Ebola outbreak in Western Africa.