Ravdeep Sandal looks at the sources of prime ministerial power and analyzes its limitations and grasp over Canadian politics.
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Is TikTok The Next Huawei? Why Some See a Video-Sharing App as a Threat to National Security
TikTok has been banned in India and the United States may follow suit. In his new article, Alex Johnson examines the TikTok controversy and assesses the app’s potential to compromise national security.
Canadian Attack Helicopters: A Much Needed Capability
Samer Khurshid examines the much needed attack helicopter capability for the Canadian Armed Forces, while assessing the market prices for top of the line attack helicopters developed by fellow NATO members.
First Past the Post: An Outdated Electoral System
Ravdeep Sandal explores alternatives electoral systems to the First Past the Post System. It is time for Canada to update its system like most democracies have done.
2020 Vision: The Need to Expand the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves
2020 has been rough for Canada and for the world. In this article, Justin Dell argues that the emergence of multiple security contingencies across the globe this year, many of which pose a direct threat to Canadians, necessitates that policymakers significantly enlarge the Canadian Armed Forces reserves in order to ensure that Canadian military personnel are not stretched too thinly as they respond to an ever-growing list of emergencies.
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.
Event Intelligence, AI & Canada: Interview with Andy Ellis
Touraj Riazi had the privilege of interviewing Andy Ellis, current VP of Corporate Strategy at EVNTL. We discussed EVNTL, its use of AI and the implications. Andy Ellis was formerly the Assistant Director of Operations at the Canadian Security and Intelligence Services.
Know The CCDCOE: Interview with Director Col. Jaak Tarien
Touraj Riazi had the privilege of interviewing Col. Jaak Tarien, Director of NATO’s Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (CCDCOE). The interview concentrates on the functions of the CCDCOE and how they enhance the Alliance’s cybersecurity. Canada is currently in the process of joining the CCDCOE.
The Arctic Doctrine of Sovereignty, Security and Regional Economic Development
Samer Khurshid details Canada’s Arctic Doctrine pertaining to Sovereignty, security and Regional Economic Development.
Trade Diversification: Spotlight on Europe
When you walk into a grocery store in almost any country in the world you are undoubtedly reaping the benefits of trade. Whether in the increased selection or the price tag, globalization has certainly impacted the way we consume and do business. However, trade between two countries leaves both parties vulnerable to each other’s economic Read More…