Canada’s deal to equip Saudi Arabia with armoured vehicles is even larger than previously thought, according to official data obtained by Project Ploughshares through an Access to Information request.
Saudi arms sale “unprecedented”
UN calls for ceasefire in Gaza, condemns civilian killings
The United Nations Security Council called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza on Sunday, as Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon travelled to the region to “express solidarity with Palestinians and Israelis and help bring about a ceasefire”.
Cherry picking the facts with Ballistic Missile Defence
Given the pressing procurement demands faced by the Canadian military for new planes, ships and equipment that actually work and are in line with real world missions, would it be reasonable to divert millions to the dubious BMD enterprise?
Harper’s cuts delay search & rescue replacement
The Harper government’s hiring freeze has delayed the purchase of new search-and-rescue aircraft.
Former DM: No fighters needed
Former deputy minister of National Defence Charles “Buzz” Nixon is calling on the Harper government to abandon its purchase of a new fleet of fighter jets and revise Canada’s entire defence posture.
Peggy Mason, new President of the Rideau Institute
Peggy Mason, Canada’s former United Nations Ambassador for Disarmament, is taking over the reins of the Rideau Institute.