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New From the Old: The Defence Acquisition Guide (Part III of IV)

In the third of a four part series, Jonas considers the Defence Acquisition Guide and its potential impact on the future capabilities of the Canadian Forces

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Drones: Forget the Moral Argument, Are They Actually Strategic?

Are armed drones actually strategic in conflict? Our editors examine the pros and cons, and attempt to separate the moral argument from the strategic.

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Bridging the Gap? Female Participation in UN Peacekeeping: Part One

Nancy explores a popular topic: women’s role in UN Peacekeeping Missions in Part One of her series. Have we successfully bridged the gap?

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Special: “Digital Jedi” and Their Role During the 2015 Nepal Earthquake

A special Water Cooler piece written by Ariel Sim exploring the importance of “digital jedi” in the humanitarian network.
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World Refugee Crisis: What Responsibility Does the West Hold?

The world faces a refugee crisis as the number of forcibly displaced persons tops 50 million for the first time since WWII, Kristyn Byrne investigates
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Your Problem Is Not My Problem

Crisis in the Mediterranean. Whose problem is it? Our Editors debate in this week’s Water Cooler. Also featuring an Atlantic Treaty Association official!

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The Wave of Migrants Coming From The Mediterranean to Europe

The UN agency for refugees (UNHCR) has dubbed the very popular crossing from Africa to Europe “the most lethal route in the world” for refugees as 3,419 migrants perished at sea in 2014. Last week, there were fears that more than 300 migrants had drowned in the Mediterranean between North Africa and the Italian island Read More…
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The Delayed Antidote to Canada’s Arctic Anxiety

Paul Pryce offers an update on Canada’s expected Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships. Over budget and potentially behind schedule, there is some cause for concern.