Coyne, Andrew. The Crisis of Canadian Democracy. Sutherland House Books, 2025. In the introduction to his recently published The Crisis of Canadian Democracy, Andrew Coyne declares his intention to end Canadians’ confidence and “collective comfort” in the fate of our democratic institutions. The alarms that this book sounds raise important questions. What are the crises Read More…
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The Taiwan Visit: Canada moving past megaphone diplomacy for its Indo-Pacific Strategy?
In this article, Research Analyst Andrew Erskine examines the recent trip to Taiwan by an all-party Canadian delegation. Specifically, he examines whether the trip offers a new glimpse into Canadian diplomatic thinking, one that is moving past megaphone diplomacy, for the country’s forthcoming Indo-Pacific strategy.
Cannabis Legalization: Canadian Armed Forces Policy
Demyan discusses how the new Canadian Cannabis legislation will affect Canadian Forces policy and outlines the combination of maintaining the foundation of current CF policies while adapting to new legislation.
Turkey’s Constitutional Referendum
Erdogan’s victory in the referendum shows the power of a leader channeling the national interest to take back the state. It is another expression of the populist trend sweeping across the Atlantic and the European continent and positions Erdogan closer to Nigel Farage, Donald Trump or Marine Le Pen than it does to Arab dictators in neighbouring Middle-Eastern countries.
Islam’s Relationship with Liberal Society
Members of Parliament recently debated a motion known as M-103 in the House of Commons, and its controversy speaks to a grander challenge facing liberal societies today.
Cutting Through the Rhetoric of Bill C-51: A Legal Perspective
Samara Zaifman cuts through the rhetoric put forward by both the government and protestors and explores the legal implications of Bill C-51.






