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GUEST EDITORIAL: by Robert Hunter
A Challenge for NATO’s New Chairman
Another step towards increasing Canada’s influence in the global security world, is the recent selection of General Ray Henault, Canada’s former Chief of the Defence Staff, as the next Chairman of NATO’s Military Committee. …
INTERVIEW: by MGen (ret) John Leech
Dan Ross, ADM(IM) – And Now for the Implementation…
U.S. priorities now place security above all other concerns, including trade. Security has become the current center of gravity in the bilateral relationship with Canada. This has caused stresses in the areas of defence and trade, requiring a reconsideration of how best to manage the future of U.S.-Canada relations. Leaders on both sides of the border, at all levels and across multiple disciplines, have historical precedent and encouragement to find solutions…
BIODEFENCE: by Scott Flukinger and Chris Bouquet
Biodefence Opportunities for Canadian Industry
As the Canadian Government embarks on the review of the Bill C-36, the Anti-Terrorism Act, Canadians must reflect on the important balancing act between civil rights and national security that is before us. Events that have occurred in the Netherlands, which is often referred to as Europe’s most liberal, tolerant, and multicultural society, may be helpful in our deliberations…
The Great Debate: CF Transformation
FrontLine’s quest for informed opinions on the widely anticipated “new vision” has been a resounding success. We plan on making this an annual feature, thanks to the following corporations which have supported us in bringing this Great Debate opportunity to the defence community : Alenia; CMC Electronics; EADS; General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; L-3 MAPPS; L-3 WESCAM; Lockheed Martin; Lockheed Martin Canada; Mondial Aviation; Raytheon; and Thales Group.…
The Great Debate: by MGen (ret) Lewis Mackenzie
A 2005 White Paper
The 1994 White Paper needs an update. At no cost to Canada's taxpayers, this proposed 2005 White Paper answers key questions in record time.…
The Great Debate: by MGen (ret) Terry Liston
The Minister’s Challenge
Defence Minister Bill Graham is facing the challenge of presenting a new Defence Review to the Canadian Government. Some key concepts for consideration are presented here?…
The Great Debate: by Col (ret) Don W McLeod
A Viable Air Force
What is the role of the Air Force in the Canadian transformation plans for a new and fully integrated military system?…
The Great Debate: by Col (ret) Angus Brown
DART Viability
Does Canada’s Disaster Assistance Response Team meet criteria for the most efficient use of Canada's "aid" resources? …
The Great Debate: by Professor Sunil Ram
The Vision & the Issues
To understand the nature of CF transformation (specifically the Army) in context of the early 21st century battlespace, we must take a closer look at the process envisioned by General Rick Hillier.…
The Great Debate: by Alan Williams
Procurement & Military
Outgoing ADM(MAT), Alan Williams reflects on the progress made during his tenure.…
The Great Debate: by Ron Kane
Procurement & Industry
Vice-President of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada discusses the importance of offsets in the procurement process.…
The Great Debate: by Cdr (ret) Ralph Fisher
Support from Outside the Tent
Rebuilding requires more than efficiency. It will demand an unprecedented level leadership to reform the deeply entrenched status quo.…
The Great Debate: by Col (ret) Gary Rice
National Security Strategy
The vision of the future would see a streamlined defence department. How will that affect National Security?…
The Great Debate: by Cdr Kenneth P. Hansen
Expeditionary Capabilities
How will the creation of a joint expeditionary capability affect the force structure of the Canadian Navy?…
The Great Debate: by Stan Jacobson
Training & Finance
Training is a means to an end, not an end unto itself. Should training be more effectively viewed as an overhead cost? …
The Great Debate: by Maj Rob Day
Strategy or Policy?
Policy, Doctrine, and Strategy… are these words interchangeable, or do they have distinct meanings? Will understanding the terms better mean clearer communication?…
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