Canadians for Democracy in Russia present striking photos in the aftermath of the downing of Malaysian Airline Flight 17 in the separatist-controlled Donestk region in Ukraine.
Author: NATO Association of Canada
The mission of NATO Association of Canada is to promote peace, prosperity, and security through knowledge and understanding of the importance of NATO.
We strive to educate and engage Canadians about NATO and NATO’s goal of peace, prosperity and security. NATO Association of Canada ensures that we have an informed citizenry able to contribute to discussions about Canada’s role on the world stage. As a leading member of the Atlantic Treaty Association (ATA), NATO Association of Canada has strong and enduring ties with sister organizations in many of the alliance countries, as well as members of NATO’s “Partnership for Peace” and “Mediterranean Dialogue” programmes. The NAOC has had a leading role in the recent transformation and modernization of the ATA, and helped to create and develop the Youth Atlantic Treaty Association (YATA). The NAOC has strong ties with the Government of Canada including Global Affairs Canada and the Department of National Defence. We are constantly working to create and maintain relationships with international organizations such as the World Bank Group, the European Bank of Reconstruction and Development, NATO Headquarters, the International Criminal Court, and other prominent international NGOs and think tanks.
Britain Voted to Leave: What’s Next?
Since Britons voted to leave in last month’s EU referendum, UK politics has been all but in a state of upheaval. So, for this week’s Editors’ Forum, we asked our Program Editors at NAOC the following: what’s next?
Infographic: Sectarian Conflict in Myanmar
Following the 2015 Federal Election in Myanmar, Marissa Young and Layla Wahbi provide an infographic on the persecution of the state’s Rohingya minority.
What Next After Orlando?
Our program editors consider how the U.S. should respond to the mass shooting in Orlando.
NATO Association of Canada’s Secondary School Writing Competition
Are you interested in international relations and NATO? If so, there’s a perfect opportunity for you: The NATO Association of Canada’s 2016 Essay Competition. The competition is open for all high schools students in Canada.
Britain: In or Out?
Britons are set to vote in next week’s referendum (June 23) on their country’s membership in the EU, For this week’s Editors’ Forum, we asked our NAOC Program Editors whether Britain should ‘leave’ or ‘remain.’
The War in Ukraine: The Plight of Nadiya Savchenko and Maryinka
A deeper look into the Conflict in Ukraine. Canadians for Democracy in Russia – CDR and EuromaidenCanada present striking photos depicting the plight of Nadiya Savchenko and those fighting for liberation in Maryinka.
Is Israel A Strategic Asset Or Liability for NATO?
Our program editors debate whether NATO should hug Israel close or keep its distance.
Should the White House Veto the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA)?
Should 9/11 survivors and victims’ families be able to sue Saudi Arabia for damages? For this week’s Editors’ Forum, we asked the NAOC Program Editors whether the White House should veto the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA), which recently passed through the Senate and awaits a hearing and vote in the House of Representatives.
Should Canada Sell Weapons to Saudi Arabia?
The NATO Association’s program editors and research analysts debate whether Canada should continue selling military equipment to Saudi Arabia.