Canada’s recent Defence Policy presents a 20-year vision for the CAF. Is this policy realistic? This report summarizes Touraj Riazi’s and Ian Pelekis’ initial findings, in the first part of this series.
Tag: Procurement
Canada’s One Percent
We are having the wrong conversation about Canadian defence spending.
Should We Be Concerned About Who Canada Is Selling Military Arms To?
Kathryn Verdoni sheds light on Canada’s controversial arms sale to Saudi Arabia with a detailed analysis of the benefits and drawbacks.
Top Canadian Forces Procurement Projects: What You Need to Know
In 2016, the Federal Government allocated $20.3 billion (0.99 per cent of GDP) for defence. If you have ever wondered where some of that money goes, look no further. Below is a list of some of the top projects that the Canada’s armed forces are currently funding. 1.) The Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle (TAPV): a Read More…
Top Royal Canadian Air Force Procurement Projects: What You Need to Know
In part two of a three part series, Alexander Sawicki explains all of the major Canadian Forces procurement projects currently underway in the RCAF.
Top Royal Canadian Navy Procurement Projects: What You Need to Know
In part one of a three part series, Alexander Sawicki explains all of the major Canadian Forces procurement projects currently underway, starting with the Royal Canadian Navy.
Art of the Deal: An Open Competition to Buy the F-35 Planes
In five years time, The Canadian government will need to make a decision concerning the CF-18 replacements. Having an open competition where F-35s win may provide a closer scenario where Canada can acquire the right equipment, at the right price, at the right time. Must we only pick two?
The Baltic Sea, a Future Area of Tension?
Who controls the Baltic Sea? Léo-Paul Jacob provides an overview of the naval forces present in the region and of Russia’s A2/AD strategy in Kaliningrad
A Strong Intellectual Property Regime: Developing R&D Capabilities and Spurring Innovation
Carolyn Wong explores the advantages of a strong intellectual property regime.
Anti-Personnel Landmine Use in 2015
Editor Jemma Finnegan explores the use, production, stockpiling, and transfer of AP landlines in 2015