The question of whether Canada needs a foreign intelligence service is not a new one. It’s been bandied about almost as long as Canada has had a domestic intelligence service. Created by an Act of Parliament in 1984, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) was mandated only to include the collection of data and information Read More…
According to the 2018 expert panel report on Combatting Money Laundering in BC Real Estate, money laundering activity is a rapidly growing issue in Canada. The industry, estimated to be worth $41.3 billion in 2015, grew 11.6% in only three years to an astounding $46.7 billion in 2018. In 2020, the Criminal Intelligence Service of Canada estimated that money Read More…
Since social media is the most prominent medium for disinformation campaigns aimed at Western audiences, Thomas Turmel examines the reasons behind this conscious choice made by foreign actors that reaches Canadians right in their homes.
Sarah Nebbal explores the NATO-Russia relationship through the lens of the security dilemma.
Upon Erin O’Toole’s election to lead Canada’s Conservatives, Arjun Singh examines the party’s foreign policy platform.
In part two of a two-part interview series, Julia Schaumer interviews former undercover operative Mubin Shaikh about his involvement in foiling prospective terrorist attacks by “The Toronto 18”.
In light of the Russian hacking of the US elections, Ryan Atkinson discusses the cyber threats Canada faces.
Ryan Atkinson makes the case for a Canadian Foreign Intelligence Agency.
The reversal occurred following the recent meetings and fundraisers with Chinese officials raises questions concerning Canada’s national security.
In this four-part series, Kelsie Chasse provides an in-depth analysis of intelligence collection in Canada, clarifying many misconceptions and discussing the various pros and cons of clandestine and mass surveillance.