Defending Canada: Strengthening National Security in an Era of Global Uncertainty

In this Expert Series episode, Vincent Rigby discusses the deteriorating state of Canada-India relations following allegations of Indian agents' involvement in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He stresses the urgency for Canada to address national security concerns, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive strategy that includes defence prioritization and clearer articulation of the threat environment. Rigby also addresses the ad hoc nature of Canada's current security measures, calling for a more strategic, coordinated approach. He touches on the impact of these tensions on Canada's Indo-Pacific strategy, the potential influence of a second Trump administration, and the broader implications for Canada's sovereignty and defence posture. The CDA Institute is a non-partisan think tank that conducts research and education programming on defence and security.Learn more: CDA Institute