The government has decided that spending three quarters of a billion dollars to give the aerobatics team new jets is important because of the “recruiting value”‘ that the team provides.
Staples on Snowbirds spending
Steven Staples
Steven Staples on Canada's Afghan aid
Canada commits an additional $227 million for development in Afghanistan — but will it do any good?
Steven Staples on Canada’s Afghan aid
Canada commits an additional $227 million for development in Afghanistan — but will it do any good?
Blue helmets cast aside, Canada keeps the peace no more
“The need is greater than ever but Canada’s contribution has never been lower,” said Steven Staples, president of the Rideau Institute, an Ottawa research and advocacy group. “The Harper government doesn’t regard peacekeeping as a route to enhancing Canada’s international stature.”
Canada doesn't need a defence industry
Steven Staples outlines five reasons why Canada doesn’t need a defence industry.
Canada doesn’t need a defence industry
Steven Staples outlines five reasons why Canada doesn’t need a defence industry.