The NATO Association’s Mary Peplinski examines Canada’s struggle to recruit female
peacekeepers and explains why it is so important to involve women in peacekeeping operations and
military operations around the world.
Articles
NATO on Climate Change: Is It Justifiable to Criticize NATO or are Critics Being too Harsh?
Samer Khurshid assess whether it is justifiable to criticize NATO on climate change or that critics are being too harsh, along with several ideas on combating climate change.
Foreign aid: the double-edged sword
Foreign aid might not be so helpful after all. Funds tend to benefit the rich rather than help those in poverty.
Coronavirus and Surveillance: Bring on the Surveillance State
In this article, Nicole Dougherty, explores how the Novel Coronavirus is effecting technological innovation and surveillance in Asia and around the world.
Why a Carbon Tax might be the Best Weapon against Climate Change
Climate change is a major problem in our globe. James Cho examines the benefits of carbon tax and the obstacles preventing it.
The Danger of Gender Stereotyping Canada’s ‘Jihadi Brides’
In this article, author Mary Peplinski explores the consequences gender stereotyping may have for national security and counterterrorism efforts in Canada. The article will focus specifically on the cases of women who are trying to return to Canada after leaving to join ISIS.
The Future of Democracy Aid
In this article, Ravdeep Sandal analyzes the barriers to democracy aid. Once optimistic, democracies have become more pessimistic due to constant failure.
Are We Saying ‘Hi’ to Skynet? Facial Recognition Technology and Surveillance
In this article, the NATO Associations Nicole Dougherty, explores the use of facial recognition in Canada and some of the implications for surveillance and security going forward.
An Intimate Discussion with Jason Wiseman
On March 5th, the NAOC and the Canadian Forces College Foundation hosted a discussion with Jason Wiseman, a Special Advisor to the European Parliment on Anti-Terrorism.
Japanese Energy Security and the Reshaping of Geopolitics in the Asia-Pacific
Bonnie Lao explores the politics of trade and alliance between Japan, Russia, and China triggered by Japan’s energy insecurity.