Canadian Political Commentary

Under the title “How Canada could defend itself against an American invasion”, The Conversation has published a sober assessment by two academics arguing that PM Carney is correct to take seriously the “tail risk” possibility of US military action against… Continue Reading →

This analysis of the transformation in Canadian defence policy under Carney is the best summary Canada’s new defence direction that I’ve ever heard. Highly recommend.

A most remarkable speech yesterday by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper on February 3rd, 2026 at the unveiling of his official portrait in Ottawa: “In these perilous times both parties, whatever their other differences, must come together against external forces… Continue Reading →

Excellent video on whether to purchase F-35 (from an increasingly hostile power aka USA) or the Gripen from a reliable ally (Sweden).