Canada Politics News & Analysis
The Decline and Fall of the North American ‘Pax Mercatoria’
The demise of NAFTA illustrates once again how the force of commerce cannot transcend the political.
Canada in Europe? Geography, Law, and the Prospects of EU Membership
The question of “could Canada join the European Union?” has shifted from pure fantasy to speculative but serious legal and political debate. This article explores the legal and practical dimensions surrounding a hypothetical EU membership bid from Canada.
Wexit: Assessing the Political Risk of Alberta Separatism
Rising poll numbers, legislative easing of referendum thresholds, and US engagement show that Alberta’s independence movement is more serious than many assume.
Geopolitics Weekly (Myanmar Election, Iran Military Buildup, Canada Tariff Threats)
This week we examine show elections in Myanmar, the re-deployment of a US Carrier Strike Group to the Middle East, and new US tariff threats against Canada.
Canada’s China Gambit: Strategic Fantasy Meets Geopolitical Reality
Beijing is not a viable alternative to Washington and pretending otherwise represents a costly strategic error.
Carney Moves to Overhaul a Moribund Canadian Military
In his efforts to overhaul the Canadian military, Prime Minister Carney must thread the needle between strategic autonomy and political reality, all while carefully avoiding backlash from Washington.
CAF: A Poor Man’s Army Sitting on a Mountain of Gold?
The paradox of the Canadian military is clear: it has resources but lacks the means to deploy them effectively.
Canada Defense Spending: A “Fire-proof House” under Threat?
The combination of internal pressure from defense-minded voters and external pressure from NATO allies is spurring Ottawa forward on defense spending. And though the 2% NATO target will remain elusive over the short term, a paradigm shift may be in-the-making.
The Front-Runners: Five Western Leaders in Waiting
Leadership is expected to turn over in key Western states, bringing new policies that will reverberate throughout the global order. This backgrounder examines five key figures poised to form governments in the near future.
USMCA: Winners and Losers in the US-Mexico-Canada Trade Deal
US and Canadian negotiators have agreed in principle to a new trade deal. Just don’t call it ‘NAFTA.’
Canada on the Clock to Save NAFTA
The focus is now on Canada to come to terms with Washington. But Ottawa’s position may not be as dire as it seems.
Bin Salman’s Feud with Canada Puts an End to the Prince’s Reformist Image
The biggest casualty of the Canada-Saudi Arabia rift is Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman’s reputation as a reformer.
Canada-Saudi Feud Will Inevitably End in Happy Hypocrisy
The only question is: How long before Canada gives in?
FLASH: Inflation Ticks Upward in Canada
Creeping inflation could force the Bank of Canada’s hand on an interest rate hike come April.
President Trump Tries on a Trade War
In fulfilling one of his central campaign promises, US President Trump has set the stage for a wide-ranging trade war.
Canada Prime Minister Trudeau Embarks on Key China Visit
Trudeau’s first visit to the Middle Kingdom will set the tone for China-Canada relations in the years to come.
Canada Energy Heartland Devastated by 2016 Wildfires
Wildfires have devastated Canada’s energy heartland, causing damage in the billions and forcing the evacuation of over 80,000 people.
GPM Outlook 2016: A Turbulent Year for the Canadian Economy
Can Prime Minister Trudeau’s “sunny ways” permeate through the economic gloom gathering over Canada in 2016?
2015 Canada Election: What to Expect from a Trudeau Government
The Harper era included a few major departures from the past in terms of Canadian foreign policy. Will Justin Trudeau continue the trend?
2015 Canada General Election: Foreign Policy Is a Four-Letter Word
Nearly a week into the Canadian election campaign and there’s very little to go on in terms of the foreign policy platforms of opposition parties. “Keep it vague,” seems to be the overriding dictum so far.