Jennifer Welsh on Responsible Sovereignty and Individual Accountability | Oxford University Press
January 5, 2026 | Jennifer Welsh published her reflections on the efforts to promote responsible sovereignty and individual accountability in the early decades after the Cold War, in a chapter titled titled “Responsible Sovereignty and Individual Accountability: Liberal Internationalist Aspirations from the 1990s," included in an edited volume recently published by Oxford University Press.
Vincent Rigby on the Role of the National Security and Intelligence Advisor | CIGI
January 5, 2026 | Vincent Rigby co-authored Paper No. 347 for the Centre for International Governance Innovation, titled “Getting Serious About National Security.” In this paper, he delves into the history and significance of the national security and intelligence advisor (NSIA) role, and how it may be improved in the future.
Chris Ragan on the Parliamentary Budget Office and Canada’s Financial State | CBC
January 5, 2026 | Chris Ragan recently spoke to CBC about comments made by Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques. Following Jacques’ controversial remarks on the "shocking" state of Canada’s finances, several leading economists voiced disagreement, with some emphasizing that the PBO should maintain neutrality.
Pearl Eliadis on State Neutrality and Religious Freedom | Le Monde
December 22, 2025 | Pearl Eliadis spoke to Le Monde on the recently introduced Bill 9, which proposes a ban on prayer in public spaces, including at universities.
Pearl Eliadis on Democracy in the Aftermath of the Taliban
December 22, 2025 | Pearl Eliadis contributed to the newly released two-volume publication Unpacking Participatory Democracy (2025 Orient Blackswan) in an article entitled “Democracy Upended: Lessons from Afghanistan”, co-authored with Lucille Martin.
Vincent Rigby on What Trump's National Security Strategy Means for Canada | CDA Institute
December 15, 2025 | Vincent Rigby participated in a panel discussion with the CDA Institute on the 2025 US National Security Strategy, alongside speakers Kerry Buck and Dr. Christopher Sands. He highlights the potential implications of its hemispheric framing on Canada.
Chris Ragan on Canada's emission targets (Alberta-Ottawa memorandum) | The Hub
December 9, 2025 | Christopher Ragan, examines how well the Alberta-Ottawa memorandum of understanding balances pipeline development with environmental protection. He analyzes whether the deal, featuring carbon capture investment, enhanced industrial carbon pricing, and a new pipeline to Asian markets will help or hinder Canada's emission targets.
Gisèle Yasmeen on Rising Food Insecurity in Saskatchewan | Radio-Canada
December 11, 2025 | Gisèle Yasmeen recently joined Radio-Canada to discuss new data showing a sharp rise in food insecurity in Saskatchewan. She noted that rising housing costs and limited social supports are forcing families to make difficult trade-offs, leaving many without consistent access to nutritious food.
Vincent Rigby on Canada’s Mobilization Plans | CBC
December 10, 2025 | Vincent Rigby spoke to CBC News about new internal Defence documents that outline an ambitious plan to dramatically expand Canada’s reserve forces, including a primary reserve of 100,000 members and a supplementary reserve of 300,000 citizens. The documents indicate that the military is already struggling with supply chain issues, equipment shortages, and limited training capacity while planning for such a large mobilization.
Jennifer Welsh on Preventing Genocide Atrocities | United Nations
December 8, 2025 | Jennifer Welsh was invited to participate in a panel discussion held by the United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect, focusing on the topic of “Early Warning – Early Action for Genocide and Atrocity Prevention: Strengthening Global Partnerships.”
Rees Kassen Appointed as Academic Director for the McGill Sustainability Park
December 5, 2025 | Rees Kassen was recently appointed as the Academic Director for McGill’s Sustainability Park, which will take effect on January 1, 2026.
Pearl Eliadis on the Impacts of the CAQ's Bill 9 on Religious Freedom | CBC
December 5, 2025 | Pearl Eliadis recently spoke to CBC’s Radio Noon on the potential implications of the CAQ’s recently tabled Bill 9, seeks to reinforce secularism in the province by restricting public religious expression.
Round-up: Coverage of New Research on Second-Stage Shelters for Women Fleeing Violence
Over the past week, Pearl Eliadis has joined multiple media outlets to discuss new research from the Quebec Homelessness Prevention Policy Collaborative on the province's delays in delivering second-stage shelters for women fleeing violence.
Jennifer Welsh on Potential Impacts of the Proposed Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan | CTV
November 24, 2025 | Jennifer Welsh spoke with CTV Your Morning on the recently released 28-point Russia-Ukraine peace plan.
Vincent Rigby Weighs In on Halifax International Security Forum | POLITICO
November 2025 | POLITICO’s Canada Playbook featured Vincent Rigby in its preview of this year’s Halifax International Security Forum, highlighting the absence of a U.S. delegation. Rigby said democracies must stay aligned and show that their defence commitments and political values continue to guide their choices. He explained that Canada can affirm its partnership with allies while avoiding any actions that could be perceived as deliberately provoking the Trump administration.
