The appointment of Chrystia Freeland as new Foreign Minister carries risks for Canada.
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Majority of Canadians say NO to selling arms to despots
Canadians not only oppose selling arms to despots but also want more transparency on arms export decision making.
Chris Westdal: Now is the time for diplomacy with Russia
Defence Minister says diplomacy with Russia is “critical”, so now is the time for Canada to act on that!
Trudeau government: Room for improvement on key security issues
Ceasefire.ca evaluation of government performance gives failing grade on arms trade transparency, NATO sabre rattling and missed opportunity on UN peacekeeping.
Canada shirks its responsibilities under international law
In a deeply disappointing response, the Canadian government has shirked its duties under international law and rejected the call for a Public Inquiry into the treatment of Afghan detainees.
Follow up to Open Letter on Afghan Detainee Transfers to Torture
Update on media coverage following release of Open Letter to PM urging public inquiry into Afghan detainee transfers to torture