Vincent Rigby on The Arctic Appetites of Donald Trump | Policy Magazine
January 29, 2026 | In Policy Magazine, Vincent Rigby, writing with Lawrence L. Herman, warns that U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland signals a bigger risk to Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic. They argue that renewed U.S. expansionist rhetoric alongside American rejection of Canada's claim that the Northwest Passage constitutes internal waters raises the prospect of future U.S. military or naval incursions in the region.
Vincent Rigby on NATO and Canada’s National Security | CGAI
January 17, 2026 | Vincent Rigby was featured on the Canadian Global Affairs Institute's The Global Exchange podcast to discuss NATO and Canada's global security challenges. Rigby emphasized that strengthening Canada's capabilities, including NORAD modernization and Arctic operations, opens opportunities for collaboration with the United States.
Vincent Rigby on NORAD and Canada's F-35 Decision | CBC News
January 26, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined CBC News to discuss the implications of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra's recent remarks on Canada's fighter jet procurement and the North American Air Defence Command (NORAD). Rigby described the remarks as "another off-the-cuff," noting that while they cannot be ignored, they should not be taken as a definitive statement on Canada-U.S. defence policy.
Vincent Rigby on Trump's Threats to the Arctic | CBC News
January 27, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke on CBC News to analyze Canada's Arctic sovereignty amid growing concerns of U.S. intentions in the region. Rigby weighed in on the implications of the ICE (Icebreaker Collaboration Effort) Pact, noting its potential to affect control over the Northwest Passage and surrounding Arctic territories. He called for a two-track approach: continue cooperation where possible, while urgently strengthening its own Arctic military and surveillance capabilities.
Vincent Rigby on Canada's Response to Trump's Aggresive Pursuit of Greenland | KPFA
January 22, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke on KPFA to discuss the implications of U.S. interest in Greenland for Canada. Rigby noted that while the U.S. has a longstanding military presence in Greenland and could, in theory, seize it, such a move would raise serious questions for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Vincent Rigby on Contingency Planning | Global News
January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined Global News to discuss Canada's military contingency plans amid the shifting relationship with the United States.
Vincent Rigby on Defending Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty | Montreal Gazette
January 21, 2026 | Vincent Rigby recently spoke to the Montreal Gazette on the rising U.S. rhetoric under President Donald Trump, underscoring the need for Canada to strengthen its Arctic defences.
Vincent Rigby on the Unlikely U.S. Invasion of Canada | National Post
January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the National Post to discuss Canada's options in the unlikely event of a U.S. military attack on Canada. Rigby emphasized that a U.S. invasion would be considered low-probability but would have a very high impact. He called U.S. President Donald Trump's provocative posts about Canada "destabilizing" but part of a broader strategic playbook, rather than evidence of a threat.
Vincent Rigby on the Evolving Role of National Security and Intelligence Advisor | CDA Institute
January 15, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the CDA Institution alongside Dr. Adam Chapnick to discuss the evolving role of the National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Canadian Prime Minister and the challenges it faces today.
Vincent Rigby on Unpacking the U.S. Strategy | The Globe and Mail
January 7, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the Globe and Mail to discuss the details of Trump's national security strategy and what it means for the U.S. government's next moves.
Vincent Rigby on the Implications of the US Attack on Venezuela | CTV News
January 5, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke to CTV News on the potential fallout after the United States’ incursion in Venezuela on January 3. Rigby mentioned that the removal of Maduro was not necessarily a bad thing, given the rampant corruption and authoritarianism throughout his leadership.
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.
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.
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.
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.
