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Tag Archives: Canadian military
The politics behind Canada’s Iraq war adventure
Journalist Thomas Walkom provides a perspective on the political imperatives behind Canada’s recent involvement in Iraq.
Canada and the Iraq War: 10 years on
Ten years ago the United States and its “Coalition of the Willing” invaded Iraq to overthrow Saddam Hussein, eliminate Iraq’s (non-existent) weapons of mass destruction, and remake the Middle East in the U.S. image. Canada declined to formally join the Coalition, but the Chrétien government’s decision left a lot to be desired.
Parliamentary outreach program canned
The Canadian Forces outreach program that invited Senators and Members of Parliament to military units and bases has been discontinued.
The War of 1812: Now playing
The government’s love of all things military has reached a new ridiculous high (or low depending on how you see it).
Military procurement reform coming?
The Harper government is considering major reforms in military procurement in the wake of recent, high-profile procurement blunders.