Podcasts about national defence

Canada's Minister of National Defence David McGuinty joins Althia to discuss increases to the country's defense budget and what the relationship looks like with the U.S. going forward. Their conversation follows  Prime Minister Mark Carney's announcement this week that Canada will greatly increase military spending to 2 per cent of GDP just as NATO allies get together later this month to discuss  raising the bar to 5 per cent.  We also speak to industry experts about just how integrated the Canadian and American militaries are, and what it would mean to become less reliant on the U.S. In this episode: Minister of National Defence David McGuinty; Centre for International Governance Innovation's visiting executive and former National Defence director general Raquel Garbers, University of Ottawa associate professor and former bureaucrat Peter Jones; Canadian Global Affairs Institute President and CEO David Perry. Hosted by Althia Raj. This episode of “It's Political” was produced by Kevin Sexton and Althia Raj. Matt Hearn is our sound engineer. Our theme music is by Isaac Joel. Some of the audio clips this week were sourced from CPAC, CBC, Canadian Press Gallery, C-SPAN, CNN, CTV, CBS, BBC and NATO News.

Basic training can be intimidating. You're far away from home with strangers and, of course, there are the instructors. Sergeant Melanie Wilson is one of those instructors. Listen in to hear what's happening behind the scenes while recruits are learning to become members of the military.Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions:armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.caConnect with the Canadian Army on social media:Facebook  | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTubeVisit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army.Copyright Information© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2025

The Prime Minister announces a huge boost to military spending, to the relief of a former Canadian Army commander who says that, in an unstable world, that investment is long overdue. An Australian woman is accused of killing her inlaws by serving them Beef Wellington with poisonous mushrooms, and her trial has become a national obsession. While our guest was photographing protests in Los Angeles, he was shot in the leg with a rubber bullet. He tells us the President's decision to send in the National Guard has only made Angelenos less safe. In an annual tradition, staff at a Winnipeg high school all become guidance counsellors, and what they're guiding is a family of ducks. A Canadian classic rock banger has become a staple of this year's Stanley Cup playoffs; we'll get Rik Emmett from Triumph on the line to lay his feelings about "Lay It On The Line" on the line.When a group of young Black men posted a video in which they tried matcha for the first time, it got a lot of love, and a lot of noisy haters. But their videos, and their joy, are proving infectious.As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio that celebrates a matcha made in heaven.

With the Ukraine war, the emergence of drones as a major weapon & the demand for new defence spending in the Western alliance, there's a lot to talk about.

Over the past decade, there's been much debate around whether Canada's presence on the world stage has diminished. As Canada prepares to host the upcoming G7 summit in Alberta, along with attending next month's NATO Summit in The Hague, is there an opportunity for a Mark Carney led Canada to take on a more prominent role in a shifting global order? Host Steve Paikin asks: Richard Fadden, Former Director of CSIS - the Canadian Security Intelligence Service; Former National Security Adviser to Stephen Harper, and Former Deputy Minister for the Department of National Defence. Adam Chapnick, Professor of defence studies at the Royal Military College of Canada and Co-author of: "Canada First, Not Canada Alone: A History of Canadian Foreign Policy." Kerry Buck, Former Canadian Ambassador to NATO and Senior Fellow at the University of Ottawa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colonel Jody Hanson and Chief Warrant Officer Philippe Cousineau discuss the Centennial of Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Winnipeg.

Join former director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, David Vigneault, and Hoover Senior Fellow, H.R. McMaster, as they discuss the Canadian federal election results, trade, and the potential for a common agenda for the future of the US-Canada alliance. Reflecting on Prime Minister Mark Carney's victory in the Canadian federal election in April 2025 and President Trump's recent controversial comments on Canada as the ‘51st state', Vigneault provides his thoughts on the importance of the US-Canada relationship and outlines a positive agenda of cooperation between both countries in areas including North American defense, intelligence cooperation, missile defense, supply chain resilience and energy security. Vigneault discusses Canada's relationship with Mexico, the dangers associated with conflicts in South Asia, including the current conflict between Pakistan and India, and how best to secure critical infrastructure, sensitive technologies, and intellectual property from hostile countries such as China. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS David Vigneault is the former director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, also known as CSIS. Under his leadership, CSIS elevated awareness of vulnerabilities in sectors critical to Canadian innovation and sovereignty—ranging from biopharmaceuticals and artificial intelligence to aerospace and quantum computing. Prior to CSIS, Vigneault served as Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet for Security and Intelligence in the Privy Council Office. He also held roles in the Canada Border Services Agency, the Communications Security Establishment, and the Department of National Defence. In August 2024, Vigneault joined Strider Technologies—a U.S.-based strategic intelligence firm—where he guides security strategy across public and private sector domains. H.R. McMaster is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. He is also the Bernard and Susan Liautaud Fellow at the Freeman Spogli Institute and lecturer at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. He was the 25th assistant to the president for National Security Affairs. Upon graduation from the United States Military Academy in 1984, McMaster served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, senior journalist Robert Dougherty discusses military tradition and domestic firearms manufacturing with Robert Borsak, regional communities advocate, NSW Legislative Council member and Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party chairman. The pair take an unconventional, “outside the Canberra bubble” look at national defence readiness, including: The traditional and now evolving role of agricultural communities as key populations for the recruitment of Australian Defence Force personnel, who are already familiar with firearms use and horse riding. The continuing discussion regarding the domestic manufacture of defence weaponry in times of conflict, rather than reliance on international supply chains. Borsak's perspectives on the current federal election and the possibility of current US government strategy making its way to Australia. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

For review:1. NYT Report: President Trump Suspended Attack on Iranian Nuclear Sites Planned for May.2. IDF continues pressure on Hamas during Gaza Strip operations with three Divisions. No deadline for major offensive yet.3. US Secretary of State Traveling to Paris to Discuss Ukraine & Middle East. Separately, on Thursday, French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu will travel to Washington to meet with his counterpart, U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.4.  Russian President Vladimir Putin and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani will discuss efforts to find a possible peace deal (Russia - Ukraine), when they meet in Moscow tomorrow. 5. Turkey Hosts Black Sea Security Talks in Event of Russia - Ukraine Ceasefire.According to an official statement by the Turkish Ministry of National Defence, the meeting includes military representatives from several countries, including Ukraine, France, the United Kingdom and Turkey.6. Opinion Article via Breaking Defense. In order to defend its' air and sea approaches more effectively, Australia should invest in long-range strike systems via air power- more specifically USAF B-2A Spirit Bombers.7. Latest on US Space Command Headquarters final location- either Colorado Springs or Huntsville.

People throw the word "fascist" around a lot these days, but does it actually fit U.S. President Donald Trump? An internationally-respected Canadian scholar says yes.  2:35 | Dr. Andy Knight, professor of political science at the University of Alberta, tells us why he thinks the US should be declared a pariah state. We hear firsthand how USAID cuts are impacting critical programs in the Caribbean. Dr. Knight tells us what he thinks about the U of A dumping its DEI initiative, and takes us into his report for the Department of National Defence on white supremacy in the Canadian Forces. FOLLOW ANDY ON BLUESKY: https://bsky.app/profile/knight54.bsky.social 1:02:00 | Jespo and Johnny catch up on developments over the weekend, including the ICChange Gala and Rory's big win at The Masters.  1:08:00 | Turns out politicians exaggerate. Do you care about revelations both the Conservatives and Liberals are stretching the truth about the number of people at their rallies? 1:20:00 | Real Talkers Morgan and Tisha respond to comments they've seen in the Real Talk Live Chat, including use of the word "Libtard".  1:30:00 | Real Talker Sheryl tells us about her sweet lab Sidney, who survived a near-drowning in the North Saskatchewan River. Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by our friends at Solar by Kuby. SUBMIT YOUR POSITIVE REFLECTION: talk@ryanjespersen.com  GET A FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kuby.ca/ SUPPORT THE FULL HOUSE LOTTERY TODAY! https://fullhouse.ca/ REGISTER FOR THE REAL TALK GOLF CLASSIC: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/real-ta... FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

In this episode, Erin is joined by Admiral Mark Norman to discuss the evolving landscape of Canada's defence at a time when the United States is walking away from its role as our key ally and security partner. They explore key issues around national security, military spending, and the challenges of maintaining our sovereignty in the Arctic. Admiral Norman shares his perspective on Canada's shipbuilding capacity, the strategic role of submarines, and the importance of rebuilding domestic defence production. They also discuss recruitment and culture changes within the Canadian Armed Forces. This episode offers insight into what it means for Canada to take ownership of its national defence in an increasingly unpredictable world.

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Tonight, Alexander Dalziel is interviewed on The Brian Crombie Hour. Alexander has been a senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute since 2023. Before that, he spent over 20 years in Canada's national security community, advising senior decision-makers across government and Canada's allies while holding positions at the Privy Council Office, Department of National Defence, and Canada Border Services Agency. He writes on geopolitics and geoeconomics, concentrating on the Arctic. Alexander talks about his article: “Canada's slow steps forward in Arctic defence and security”. 

On this episode of #TheGlobalExchange, Andrew Rasiulis and Chris Shapardanov sit down with Colin Robertson to discuss their first-hand experience of the Canadian Armed Forces engaged in the Op Unifier in Poland and the Op Reassurance in Latvia. This podcast was made possible through the NATO Diplomacy Grant to CGAI. // Participants' bios - Andrew Rasiulis is a CGAI Fellow who served in the Canadian Armed Forces and then in the Department of National Defence. His work focused on Eastern Europe and he continues to both write and provide expert commentary on the situation in Ukraine and the work of NATO. - Chris Shapardoanov is a Senior Associate with David Pratt & Associates. Formerly a member of the NATO International Staff and Canadian diplomat, he served as our Ambassador to Finland and oversaw global security partnerships. Chris is now involved with the Information Integrity Lab at the University of Ottawa which works on foreign information manipulation and interference. // Host bio: Colin Robertson is a former diplomat and Senior Advisor to the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, www.cgai.ca/colin_robertson // Reading Recommendations: - "The Road to Unfreedom: Russia, Europe, America" by Timothy Snyder. - "The War that Ended Peace: The Road to 1914" by Margaret MacMillan. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll // Recording Date: March 28, 2025 Release date: March 31, 2025

In this episode of #DefenceDeconstructed, Dr. David Perry sits down with Gordon Venner, Philippe Lagassé, Major General (Ret'd) Colin Keiver, Peter Jones and Troy Crosby to talk about the future of Canada-U.S. Defence Relations. This conversation is being supported by the Department of National Defence Minds Targeted Engagement Grant. // Guest bios: - Gordon Venner is the Vice Co-Chair of the Board of the Conference of Defence Associations (CDA). He is the former Associate Deputy Minister of the Department of National Defence. - Philippe Lagassé is a CGAI Fellow and Associate Professor and Barton Chair, Norman Paterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University. - Major General (Ret'd) Colin Keiver is the former Deputy Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force. - Peter Jones is a Professor at the University of Ottawa in Canadian Foreign Policy and Diplomacy. - Troy Crosby is a CGAI Fellow. He is the former Assistant Deputy Minister (Materiel) and Canada's National Armaments Director (2019-2024). // Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "The Price of Power" by Seymour M. Hersh. - "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles. - "NGOs Mediating Peace" by Julia Palmiano Federer. - "Audit Culture" by Cris Shore and Susan Wright. - "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 28 March 2025

On this Triple Helix edition of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to MGen Zimmer about the work of the Digital Service Group in preparing the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces for a successful adoption of AI. Triple Helix is a MINDS Collaborative Network. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Guest bio: Major-General Chris Zimmer is Chief Digital Transformation/Defence Chief Data Officer for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces – https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/maple-leaf/defence/2024/05/dm-cds-announcement-digital-services-group-dgs.html Host bio: Dr. David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute – https://www.cgai.ca/david_perry Recorded on October 29, 2024 Music by Drew Phillips Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

Ryan Stacey is a certified Private Investigator, the C.E.O./Founder of Black Light Investigative and Surveillance Services and the President of TESA International Media Inc.Ryan is also known as a citizen journalist, active Canadian Disclosure Ufologist and a private paranormal/psychogenic investigator. He is the creator of the Ultraspectrum Classification System, the founder of The Experiencer Support Association, and the podcast host of Beyond The Tin Foil Hat and several other media programs.Ryan has previously worked with MUFON as the Director of Field Investigator Training and the National Chief Investigator for MUFON Canada. Ryan has also worked as a Reservist Infantry Soldier for the Department of National Defence, identifies as an Omnist and is an active Freemason.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-tin-foil-hat--5335638/support.

For review:1. US Foreign Military Sale to Israel Worth $3 Billion- includes $295 million for Armored D9 Caterpillar bulldozers and related equipment. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2027. 2. President Trump & President Zelensky Oval Office Meeting. (You have to listen to the whole meeting.)3. European Leaders react to the President Trump & President Zelensky Oval Office Meeting.  Italy's Premier Giorgia Meloni, proposed “an immediate summit” between the United States and European allies “to speak frankly about how we intend to face today's great challenges, starting with Ukraine.”4. Wall Street Journal Report: Ukraine has enough weapons to sustain fighting until Summer without further US aid. 5. In response to President Donald Trump's "America First" Policy- Germany (and Europe) will increase defense industrial capacity to gain military materiel independence.6.  Poland Leases AH-64 Apache Helicopters before Full Fleet Delivery. The Polish Ministry of National Defence has signed a $300 million deal to lease 8 x Boeing AH-64D Apache helicopters from the United States. The contract comes in anticipation of the deliveries of 96 x AH-64E helicopters Poland ordered in August 2024. 

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, James Digges, Strategy and Growth - Naval at CAE Australia, joins host Liam Garman to discuss Australia's need for operational readiness and how training is fundamental to achieving the objectives laid out in the National Defence Strategy. They begin the podcast unpacking how to enhance operational readiness and how training must keep pace with the demands of integrated multi-domain warfare. Digges then dives into the world of interoperability and interchangeability in the modern defence environment, and how to deliver consistent training standards to address compatibility issues and grow a larger force. The podcast wraps up looking into the integrated and networked training environment, and how improved training can overcome constraints experienced by modern defence forces. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect Team

Making a career change can be difficult. It becomes more challenging when that process takes several months or, in many cases, years to navigate the bureaucracy of it all. Major Matt Cooke from Army Personnel Management explains how his team is fast-tracking transfers between the Reserve and Regular Forces, and why it's easier for people who have left the Army to get back in.Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions:armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.caConnect with the Canadian Army on social media:Facebook  | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTubeVisit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army.Copyright Information© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2025

A military veteran with 25 years of service, Penny van den Berg shares her journey to founding her courses and coaching business called Gottaminute, which focuses on empowering introverts. Key themes discussed include overcoming self-doubt, course iteration, and the importance of reflection.Penny van den Berg is a military veteran, experienced trainer, coach, and founder of Gottaminute.In this episode, Ari, Abe, and Penny discuss:The value of integrating a coaching perspective into course designPenny's background and journey into course creationThe structure and focus of Penny's course for introvertsHow Penny incorporates her coaching mindset into her coursesThe importance of practicing communication skills in safe environmentsPenny's experience and approach to teaching assertive communicationThe concept of soft skills and their continuous practiceMethods for ensuring that course participants achieve behavior changeThe iterative process of course development based on feedback and new findingsChallenges related to teaching and applying soft skills“If we're basing our behaviors on acquired values more than our core values, there's going to be a misalignment.” — Penny van den BergGuest Bio:Penny van den Berg is a military veteran having served in various roles over her 25 years in uniform. Her final ten years of service left an indelible mark and were the impetus to continue her educational pursuit in coaching. She had the opportunity and privilege to be a Conflict Management Coach for both military members and Department of National Defence employees, and it was this experience that solidified her focus on coaching after military retirement. She experienced the profound positive impact coaching provided with feedback such as "transformative" and "the skills I've learned have even helped my marriage".Penny is an experienced trainer and coach with a Bachelor's degree in psychology and has specialized training in mediation, conflict management, conflict dynamic, and life coaching. She founded Gottaminute in 2023 and provides coaching and education services. Penny has worked separately with individuals in Europe and North America providing coaching services and product development.Her vision is for introverts to have a deeper connection with themselves and others through conversation. And with this deeper self-connection, they can experience an increase in confidence to make their presence, voice, and ideas heard and understood.Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:MiraseeRuzukuPenny's website: GottaMinute.caFree downloadable resource for podcast listeners: Confident Conversations Success PathCredits:Hosts: Ari Iny and Abe CrystalProducer: Michi LantzEditor: Michi LantzExecutive Producer: Danny InyAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioTo catch the great episodes that are coming up on Course Lab, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It's the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Music credits:Track Title: Bossa BBArtist Name: MarieWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist Name: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: GraceArtist Name: ShimmerWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSTrack Title: Carousel LightsArtist Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Chelsea McGoughWriter Name: Matthew WigtonPublisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONPublisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.Episode transcript: Speaking Up: Confidence and Communication for Course Creators (Penny van den Berg) coming soon.

In this week's episode of the Defence Deconstructed Podcast, David Perry interviews Dr. Julie Kim to discuss North Korean cyber programs. Julie dives into the vast impact of North Korean cyber programs on a global scale, emphasising their scope, response policies from affected countries and Canada's position in it all. Then, you'll hear Lieutenant-General Steve Kelsey, Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, address our audience at our 2024 Procurement Conference. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Guest: Dr. Julie Kim is a Post-Doctoral Fellow leading the Korea Program at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. LGen Steve Kelsey is the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff. Hosts: David Perry is the President and CEO Canadian Global Affairs Institute. Music Credit: Drew Phillips Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

If you haven't seen the artillery in action, it's quite the spectacle. They have big guns that can deliver accurate fire over a few dozen kilometres, and one of the most reassuring feelings you can have is getting cover from afar when you need it. Throw in some drones, observers, and now air defence, you've got the makings of a very cool trade. Meet one of the people who make it all happen in this episode featuring Sergeant Daran Caines from the 2nd Regiment, Royal Canadian Horse Artillery.Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions:armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.caConnect with the Canadian Army on social media:Facebook  | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTubeVisit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army.Copyright Information© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2025

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday he will step down from his job once the Liberals find someone to replace him. Now, the leadership race is on, with all sorts of politicians in the Liberal caucus and beyond feeling out whether they've got a shot to succeed Trudeau.The backdrop to all of this is U.S. president-elect Donald Trump claiming he'll use economic force to absorb Canada as a new American state. On today's episode, a top leadership contender discusses why she's considering a leadership bid.Then, a White House correspondent for the New York Times explains why China and Russia are watching the brewing fight between Canada and the United States and shares his thoughts on how Canadian officials can respond to Trump's ongoing threats.Finally, Trudeau's planned resignation will cap off a long tenure that transformed Canada on several fronts. How big were those transformations? Catherine Cullen speaks to experts and analysts from several areas about Trudeau's legacy and whether his policies will outlast his time in office.This episode features the voices of:Christy Clark, former B.C. premierDavid E. Sanger, New York Times correspondent and author of New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the WestPaul McCarthy, President of the Cannabis Council of CanadaPerry Bellegarde, former national chief of the Assembly of First NationsLisa Young, political science professor at the University of CalgarySahir Khan, vice-president of the Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy at the University of OttawaCatherine Abreu, director of the International Climate Politics HubThomas Juneau, former analyst at the Department of National DefenceMireille Paquet, director of the Institute for Research on Migration and Society at Concordia UniversityNicole Myers, criminologist at Queen's University

On today's episode of Defence Deconstructed, Jeff Tasseron discusses the imperative and the pathway for the creation of a Canadian defence industrial strategy with Wendy Hadwen, William Henagan, Trevor Neiman, and Craig Stone. This episode is a recording from our Procurement conference, which took place on November 25, 2024 in Ottawa. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Guests: Wendy Hadwen is the ADM Defence Industry Policy at the Department of National Defence Dr. Craig Stone is a CGAI Fellow and a Professor Emerita at the Canadian Forces College Trevor Neiman is Vice President Policy and Legal Counsel for the Business Council of Canada William C. Henagan is the Director for International Economics at the US National Security Council. Jeff Tasseron is Director of Business Development & Strategy at CAE D&S Canada and a CGAI Fellow. Host David Perry is the CEO and President of CGAI. Music: Drew Phillips. Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

Host Alex Pierson is joined by the former Minister of Justice, National Defence & Foreign Affairs under Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Mr. Peter MacKay. Alex and Peter talk about why a conference being hosted by a group that is considered terrorist by many of our allies is allowed in Canada, and what it really takes to label a group as terrorists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Trudeau, Canada's long-standing Prime Minister, announced his resignation this week, marking a seismic shift in the nation's political landscape. Trudeau's departure comes after nearly a decade as Prime Minister and thirteen years as leader of the Liberal Party. His resignation was not entirely unexpected but has sparked a wave of introspection within Canadian politics.Here is what you need to know if you don't care about Canada unless they're playing hockey or changing heads of state as told to us this episode by Evan Scrimshaw.The Breaking Point: Why Trudeau ResignedTrudeau's decision to step down was a culmination of mounting pressure from within his party and worsening public opinion. In recent months, his leadership faced escalating dissent. A pivotal moment was the resignation of the finance minister, which signaled deep fractures within the Liberal Party. Over the holiday season, Trudeau faced an ultimatum from his caucus—resign or face a vote of no confidence.Several factors contributed to Trudeau's plummeting support:* Declining Poll Numbers: Trudeau's approval ratings had been steadily eroding, with the Liberal Party polling over 20 points behind the opposition Conservative Party.* Special Election Defeats: Losing in traditionally strong Liberal ridings signaled waning public support.* Policy Disconnect: While many of Trudeau's policies were popular in principle, his personal brand had become a liability. Voters who liked Liberal initiatives often dismissed them outright when they were linked to Trudeau.Trudeau's tenure will be remembered as one of bold progressive initiatives juxtaposed with ethical controversies. On the positive side, his government achieved significant reductions in child poverty, lowered carbon emissions, and introduced affordable childcare programs. Yet, his administration was marred by scandals, including:* Ethics Violations: Pressure on the attorney general to favor a Quebec-based company, SNC-Lavalin, during a corruption probe.* Conflicts of Interest: Controversies surrounding contracts awarded to organizations with personal ties to Trudeau's family.* Housing Crisis: Critics argue Trudeau's inaction exacerbated Canada's housing affordability crisis, with rents and mortgage rates soaring during his leadership.As Scrimshaw put it, Trudeau's administration embodied “reckless disregard” for ethical boundaries. While these issues might have been survivable individually, collectively, they eroded trust in his leadership.Trudeau's resignation has thrown the Liberal Party into a leadership race. He will remain interim Prime Minister until March, with no parliamentary sittings until then. Key contenders for his replacement include:* Chrystia Freeland, the current finance minister and one of Trudeau's closest allies.* Mark Carney, former Bank of Canada and Bank of England Governor.* Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence.* Other candidates, including Francois-Philippe Champagne, Dominic LeBlanc, and former B.C. Premier Christy Clark.The party faces a critical choice: selecting a leader who can halt its decline and prepare it for the next general election. Scrimshaw warns that without decisive leadership, the Liberal Party risks being overtaken by the New Democratic Party (NDP) or marginalized altogether, as seen historically with the UK's Liberal Party being replaced by Labour.As Trudeau exits, the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, appears poised to seize power in the next election. Poilievre, a pragmatic and relatively moderate conservative, has maintained focus on fiscal discipline while distancing himself from extreme social conservatism. The scale of the Conservative victory—whether narrow or overwhelming—will shape the trajectory of Canadian politics for years to come.Trudeau's political obituary is one of contrasts. He entered office as a symbol of youthful energy and progressive ideals, but over time, his administration became a cautionary tale of hubris and ethical lapses. His departure offers an opportunity for renewal within the Liberal Party and Canadian politics at large. Yet, the path forward is fraught with challenges, as the party grapples with its identity and viability in a rapidly shifting political landscape.ChaptersOpening and Introduction (00:00:00–00:00:45)General overview of topics, including Trudeau's resignation, Zuckerberg's changes at Meta, and upcoming political discussions.The Revival of Government (00:00:45–00:01:25)Commentary on the return of political activity in the House and the Trump administration's cabinet hearings.Justin Trudeau Resigns (00:01:25–00:08:45)A detailed discussion of Trudeau's resignation, his legacy, and the future of the Liberal Party.Global Political Trends and Liberal Party Risks (00:08:45–00:12:15)Insights into parallels between Canadian and UK politics, the Liberal Party's identity crisis, and risks of being overtaken by the NDP.Future Leadership of the Liberal Party (00:12:15–00:14:22)Breakdown of potential leadership candidates and their implications.Conservatives' Prospects and Pierre Poilievre (00:14:22–00:21:57)Analysis of Poilievre's leadership style and the Conservative Party's likely dominance in the next election.Discussion with Tom Merritt on Meta (00:39:00–00:41:07)A conversation with Tom Merritt on the implications of Meta's changes for political and social discourse.The Trump Administration's Strategy (00:26:23–00:29:56, 00:42:00–00:49:20)Overview of Donald Trump's legislative plans, reconciliation tactics, and the challenges facing the House and Senate. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

Host Alex Pierson speaks with political experts from all walks of life to better understand what it means when we hear that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is not only proroguing parliament but also announcing his plans to resign. So Alex speaks with: GUEST: Melissa Lantsman, The Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party & MP of Thornhill GUEST: Peter MacKay, Canada's former Minister of Justice and Attorney General, and also Minister of National Defence and Minister of Foreign Affairs GUEST: Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, & host of TVO's ‘The Agenda' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Ian Brodie takes stock on the current state of procurement initiatives in Canada with Nancy Tremblay, Simon Page, and Richard Shimooka. This episode is a recording from our Procurement conference, which took place on November 25, 2024 in Ottawa. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. If you like this episode, or any of the work CGAI does, please donate. Your support is critical for us to continue our work and expand our reach. Your donation is eligible for a 100% CRA charitable donation tax receipt. https://buy.stripe.com/28o29deEmeCH1ck8ww Speakers' bios: Dr. Ian Brodie is CGAI's Program Director Nancy Tremblay is the Assistant Deputy Minister of Materiel at DND Simon Page is Assistant Deputy Minister of Defence and Marine Procurement Branch at PSPC Richard Shimooka is a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding Music Credits: Drew Phillips Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

An annual report by the Department of National Defence reveals the Canadian Armed Forces has been deploying full-time “gender advisors” to Ukraine and other international military operations. Plus, the Durham Regional Police Association is adding to the growing number of people and organizations calling for an election and for the prime minister to step down. And the Alberta NDP have held onto a Lethbridge seat in the party's first electoral test since Naheed Nenshi became the leader. Tune into The Daily Brief with Cosmin Dzsurdzsa and William McBeath! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A former Gagetown soldier, who's seeking an independent public inquiry into the use of Agent Orange and other chemical defoliants at the New Brunswick military base decades ago, has renewed hope, thanks to a series of meetings being held by the Standing Committee on National Defence.

On today's Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, about the work underway to reform Canada's procurement system. This episode is a recording from our Procurement conference, which took place on November 25, 2024 in Ottawa. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. Before that, he is joined by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine to talk about her experience at the Canadian Leaders at Sea program. If you like this episode, or any of the work CGAI does, please donate. Your support is critical for us to continue our work and expand our reach. Your donation is eligible for a 100% CRA charitable donation tax receipt. https://buy.stripe.com/28o29deEmeCH1ck8ww Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Music by Drew Philips, produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine.

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Charlotte Duval-Lantoine speaks to LGen Eric Kenny, VAdm Angus Topshee, and LGen Michael Wright about what the future of the Air Force, Navy, and Army looks like in a post-ONSAF world and with 2 per cent of GDP on defence spending. LGen Eric Kenny is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force. VAdm Angus Topshee is the Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy LGen Michael Wright is the Commander of the Canadian Army. This episode is a recording from our Procurement conference, which took place on November 25, 2024 in Ottawa. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding Music Credits to Drew Phillips. Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) materials are often the plot point in disaster and action movies. For soldiers, they are a potential threat on the battlefield or when responding to a domestic crisis. Lieutenant-Colonel Jonathan Hubble is the Director of the Joint CBRN Defence team, and he explains how the Army does all the heavy thinking about CBRN for the Canadian Armed Forces.Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions:armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.caConnect with the Canadian Army on social media:Facebook  | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTubeVisit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army.Copyright Information© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2024

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to The Hon. Bill Blair about reaching 2 per cent of GDP on defence spending, and what procurement reforms are needed to do so. This episode is a recording from our Procurement conference, which took place on November 25, 2024 in Ottawa. This conference was made possible thanks to the support of the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, our strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics and Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our conference sponsors the Business Council of Canada, Raytheon, L3Harris Technologies, the Royal Norwegian Embassy to Canada, Amazon Web Services, Davie, and CAE. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. The Hon. Bill Blair is the Minister of National Defence David Perry is the President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute Music Credits: Drew Phillips. Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

On Triple Helix edition of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry speaks to Alex Salt about interoperability and interchangeability and their applications in a Canadian military context. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Triple Helix is a Collaborative Network funded by the Department of National Defence's MINDS program. Read Alex Salt's "Canada and the Interoperability Challenge": https://www.cgai.ca/canada_and_the_interoperability_challenge Dr. Alex Salt is Triple Helix's Post-Doctoral Fellow – https://www.cgai.ca/triple_helix_alexander_salt Host: Dr. David Perry is the President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, and a Co-Director of Triple Helix – https://www.cgai.ca/david_perry Music Credits: Drew Phillips. Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, Dr. Alexander Salt speaks to Cdr Gray, LCol Couillard, LCol Luhning, LCol Peitzsche, and Maj Gaulthier about their services' approach to AI Adoption. This episode is from Triple Helix' October 29, 2024 roundtable on AI adoption within the Canadian Armed Forces. It was made possible thanks to the Department of National Defence's MINDS program, CGAI's strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics, Hanwha Defence and Ocean, and our roundtable sponsor L3Harris Technologies. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. • Cdr Gray, Section Head, Naval Innovation, RCN • LCol Couillard, J6, CANSOFCOM • Col Luhning, Director, Digital and Army Combat System Integration, Canadian Army • LCol Peitzsche, C4ISR Requirement Analysis Section Head, RCAF • Dr. Alexander Salt, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Triple Helix Music Credits: Drew Philipps. Producer: Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

The Canadian Army's new Light Tactical Vehicle (LTV) is already making trails in Latvia. But why did we get it, and what can it do? Find out from the source, Major Samir Khelil, who is the LTV Project Director. He answers many of the questions people have been asking on social media.Feel free to contact Captain Adam Orton with any comments or questions:armyconnect-connectionarmee@forces.gc.caConnect with the Canadian Army on social media:Facebook  | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTubeVisit Forces.ca if you are considering a career in the Army.Copyright Information© His Majesty the King in Right of Canada, as represented by the Minister of National Defence, 2024

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, you'll first hear then Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) Rob Chambers discuss how is office is moving forward on the defence real property investments. Then, you'll hear a panel discussion on greening DND's infrastructure portfolio, featuring: • Saleem Sattar, Director General, Environment and Sustainable Management at DND • Lou Riccoboni, Vice-President, Corporate Affairs at the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories & Partner, Prospectus and Associates • Sonia Powell, Real estate executive • And moderated by Scott Stevenson, Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute These recordings are from our June 13, 2024 conference on building the necessary infrastructure for NORAD modernization, which took place on June 13, 2024. This event was made possible thanks to the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, CGAI's strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics, Hanwha Defence and Ocean, Cenovus, conference sponsors Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, PCL Construction, and Rio Tinto. Music credits to Drew Philips. Produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine.

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, you'll hear Major-General Constance Jenkins outline the importance of defence infrastructure to NORAD. MGen Jenkins is the Director of Logistics and Engineering for NORAD/ USNORTHCOM Then, you'll hear a panel discussion on challenges with building for defence amidst a Canadian infrastructure deficit and housing crunch, featuring: • Christopher Lane, Senior Vice President, EllisDon • Jason Robbins, President, Royal Architect Institute of Canada • Louis-Philippe Champagne, Associate Vice President of Public Affairs and Industry Practices, Canadian Construction Association • Moderator: Inez Neville, then Executive Director, NORAD Modernization Infrastructure Program Management Office, DND These conversation was a panel from our conference on building the necessary infrastructure for NORAD modernization, which took place on June 13, 2024. This event was made possible thanks to the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, CGAI's strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics, Hanwha Defence and Ocean, Cenovus, conference sponsors Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, PCL Construction, and Rio Tinto. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Music by Drew Philips, produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

On this episode of Defence Deconstructed, David Perry talks to our fellow and retired Vice Admiral Mark Norman and our program director Dr Ian Brodie about their trip to Taiwan and the security situation on the island. This conversation was recorded on 30 Sep 2024. Then, you'll hear a panel discussion on the complexities of building in the high Arctic with • Capt (N) ret'd David Hudock, National Director, Defence and Federal Government Relations at PCL Construction • Leah Carson, Partner, Deal Advisory, Global Infrastructure Advisor at KPMG • Josh Armstrong, Architect at Stantec • Brandon Morris, Principal and Practice Lead – Buildings, Northern Canada for Stantec • Moderated by Dan Doran, Partner at KPMG That conversation was a panel from our conference on building the necessary infrastructure for NORAD modernization, which took place on June 13, 2024. This event was made possible thanks to the Department of National Defence's MINDS Program, CGAI's strategic sponsors Lockheed Martin Canada, General Dynamics, Hanwha Defence and Ocean, Cenovus, conference sponsors Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, PCL Construction, and Rio Tinto. Defence Deconstructed is brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. Music Credits to Drew Phillips; produced by Charlotte Duval-Lantoine

Heckling's pretty common during House of Commons debates. But with tensions running high as the Liberals fight to keep the government afloat, one stray quip can set off a barrage of accusations and criticism. The House sits down with two Hill watchers to discuss Conservative MP Garnett Genuis' allegedly homophobic comment and what it tells us about civility in Parliament.Then, as the Middle East remains on the brink of all-out war, Canada's national defence minister tells The House how the government has been preparing over the summer to possibly evacuate tens of thousands of people with Canadian connections stuck in Lebanon.Plus — Chinese dissidents living in Canada share their stories of alleged harassment and intimidation by Beijing. Canada's former ambassador to China listens in and tells us what steps should be taken to protect free speech and assembly rights for all students across Canadian campuses.This episode features the voices of: Shannon Proudfoot, writer for The Globe and Mail's Ottawa bureauPaul Wells, author and podcasterBill Blair, Minister of National DefenceCraig Desson, CBC NewsGuy Saint-Jacques, former Canadian ambassador to China

Harbinger Showcase is a weekly podcast featuring highlights from Canada's #1 coast-to-coast community of politically and socially progressive podcasts.On this week's episode we discuss the complicity of Google, Amazon, and Microsoft in Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza and how tech workers are organizing to stop it on TECH WON'T SAVE US, investigate Department of National Defence efforts to get ahead of stories about the relationship between the Canadian military and neo-Nazis in Ukraine on EXPATS & ALLIES, explore the ecumenical faith community's fight to get Royal Bank out of oil and gas on THE ENVIRONMENT IN CANADA and unpack the history of Canada's second-oldest political party on its centennial anniversary in an in-depth examination of the Communist Party of Canada on ALBERTA ADVANTAGE.The Harbinger Media Network includes 72 podcasts focusing on social, economic and environmental justice and featuring journalists, academics and activists on shows like Alberta Advantage, The Breach Show, Tech Won't Save Us, Press Progress Sources & more.Harbinger Showcase is syndicated for community and campus radio and heard every week on CKUT 90.3FM in Montreal, at CFUV 101.9FM in Victoria, on CJUM 101.5FM and CKUW 95.9FM in Winnipeg, and at CiTR 101.9FM and CFRO 100.5FM in Vancouver and at CJBU 107.3FM in Sydney, Cape Breton.Financial support on this episode is courtesy of The Alberta Advantage. Find out more about Calgary's #1 podcast albertaadvantagepod.com.Find out more about the network, subscribe to the weekly newsletter and support our work at harbingermedianetwork.com

*) Israel storms Palestinian refugee camps The Israeli army has raided the city of Tulkarem and the Balata refugee camp in overnight attacks in the northern occupied West Bank. Several occupation military vehicles accompanied by heavy bulldozers entered the city from its western side, where they began demolishing infrastructure in the al-Alemi area. *) Two NATO members say Russian drones violated their airspace Two NATO members have said Russian drones violated their airspace, as one reportedly flew into Romania, while another crashed in eastern Latvia. Romania's Ministry of National Defence has said a drone entered Romanian territory as Moscow reportedly struck civilian targets and port infrastructure in Ukraine. Bucharest reportedly deployed F-16 warplanes to monitor its airspace. Latvia's Defence Minister also said a Russian drone fell near the town of Rezekne, and had likely strayed into Latvia from neighbouring Belarus. *) Imran Khan's supporters rally in Pakistan, defy roadblocks Thousands of supporters of Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan gathered in Islamabad despite authorities blocking the main routes into the capital. The demonstration, led by Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, is the largest in Islamabad since he was jailed last year on several charges, some of them still before the courts. In jail since August 2023, Khan insists along with his party that the charges against him are designed to prevent him from returning to office. *) Sudan's cholera and flood death toll reaches 390 The death toll from floods and rains in Sudan has gone up to 205, with deaths from cholera reaching 185. Sudan's Health Ministry has said that some 268 new cholera cases have been recorded, including 6 deaths in the states of Kassala, Nile River, and Gedarif. This brings the total number of cholera cases in the seven affected states to 5,692. More than 26,000 homes have been completely damaged, while 33,000 homes have been partially damaged due to floods and rains since June. *) China to evaluate simulated lunar soil Chinese scientists plan to send bricks made from simulated lunar soil into space to evaluate if they can be used to build a research base on the moon. The sample bricks will be sent to see how they hold up in extreme conditions. Beijing intends to build a research base known as the International Lunar Research Station near the moon's south pole by 2035 for scientific exploration.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Alright, you curious, you courageous Herle Burly-ites … welcome to the pod!On the heels of the NATO Summit in Washington, I want to do some real talk on Canada's stated commitment and the Prime Minister's comments at the Summit. In the context of an increasingly volatile world, 23 of 32 NATO Allies are currently meeting the 2% of GDP military investment threshold. Canada is not one of them.But, by 2032, Trudeau says the government “hopes to reach the target”. By spending on new capabilities like submarines, which have yet to be costed or approved. So, what does this all mean, exactly? And how best should we be spending our 2%?With me to have that discussion is Dr. David Perry, President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, a non-partisan, independent think tank. He's the author of multiple publications on defence budgeting, transformation and procurement, and a columnist for the Canadian Naval Review. His PhD in political science came from Carleton University and he's an adjunct professor at the Centre for Military and Strategic Studies at the University of Calgary, as well as a research fellow of the Centre for the Study of Security and Development at Dalhousie University.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Cleanup continues from yesterday's supercharged storms in southern Ontario that caused flooding, blackouts and travel chaos. But today is a day of questions. What went wrong? And what can be done in the future? Experts say this is the reality of climate change and the solutions won't be cheap. And: Ottawa says it's managed to take a bite out of the harshest of the new U.S. border rules for dogs. But it's still not happy with the requirements which go into effect August 1st. Plus: CBC News has learned the Department of National Defence is actively weighing what older ships and planes can be retired because they are too difficult and costly to maintain. On that list: the aircraft for the Snowbird demonstration squadron that performs across the country.

we dive into the compelling testimony of Paul Hellyer, former Canadian Minister of National Defence. Known for his pivotal role in unifying the Canadian Forces, Hellyer later became a vocal advocate for UFO disclosure. Watch as he shares his insights on extraterrestrial encounters, government secrecy, and the broader implications for humanity. Don't miss this eye-opening discussion.Published on 16 June 2024.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lehto-files-investigating-uaps--5990774/support.