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CMSS PhD candidate, Tim Choi, shares his thoughts in this CTV article discussing the surprising and unexplained breakdown on a new Arctic patrol vessel.

CMSS PhD candidate, Tim Choi, recently quoted in CBC article on the Canadian governments tender for a used 'light icebreaker'.

CMSS congratulates Marianne Grenier on receiving a 2020 SSHRC award! Visit the link below for information on her topic. https://cmss.ucalgary.ca//marianne-grenier-2020-sshrc-winn

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, shares his thoughts on the recent Russian arctic parachute drop in this CBC news article. https://www.cbc.ca//pol/russian-arctic-training-1.5563691

CMSS Alumnus and provincial security official, Bill McAuley, virtually presented to the CMSS community on strategic concerns in our current pandemic environment. Great insights for those who attended!

CMSS congratulates Tim Choi on receiving first place in the 2020 FGS/GSA Research Image Competition with his photo "Lighting the Icy Seas" More information and a link to the competition page can be found on our website at https://cmss.ucalgary.ca//tim-choi-2020-fgsgsa-research-im

Information Warfare: Social Media on the Frontline Presented by CMSS, ISPIA and The School of Public Policy, this conference brings together experts to discuss where our society must be vigilant, and how our institutions can better use the information that we all circulate. https://www.policyschool.ca//information-warfare-social-m/

Lessons in deterrence: Evaluating coercive diplomacy in Syria, 20122019 by CMSS Guest Postdoctoral Scholar, Dr. John Mitton, featured in the Journal of Strategic Studies. https://www.tandfonline.com//full/10/01402390.2019.1692659

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, joins Global News to discuss the downing of flight 752. https://globalnews.ca//iran-plane-crash-whats-next-for-can

Washington Post article featuring CMSS Senior Fellow, Dr. Ian Brodie, on the return of Parliament, and Trudeau's first test as leader of a minority government. https://www.washingtonpost.com//200efa54-148c-11ea-80d6-d0

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1642243651760 CMSS Senior Fellow, and past Graduate Program Director, Dr. Ian Brodie, shared his views on strategy for the upcoming Liberal minority government on CBC Power and Politics with Vassy Kapelos.

Dr. Gibbs Van Brunschot joins Dr. Boucher and Dr. Beaulieu in discussing Canada and the World, on Tuesday October 8th, as part of the School of Public Policy and CMSS's joint "Policy and a Pint" event. Photo Credits: Tim Choi

CMSS congratulates Myriam Tremblay on receiving a 2019 SSHRC Award! https://cmss.ucalgary.ca//myriam-tremblay-2019-sshrc-winner

A great photo from this year's CMSS Welcome/Welcome back Reception! Incoming students were able to meet faculty, staff and returning students of the program. Thanks to all who attended. Photo Cedits: Timothy Choi

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, featured in this CBC News article on a new Arctic policy and its ambitious goals. https://www.cbc.ca//arctic-policy-framework-short-on-detai

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, discusses the relationship between Canada and a changing world in this High North News article. https://www.highnorthnews.com//trump-russia-and-china-all-

National Post column by CMSS Director Emeritus, Dr. David Bercuson, discussing America's involvement in Afghanistan and the consequences of possible American withdrawal. https://nationalpost.com//david-j-bercuson-why-afghanistan

National Post column by CMSS Director Emeritus, Dr. David Bercuson, on the relationship between Australia and Japan, as they face a determined China. https://nationalpost.com//david-j-bercuson-fear-is-bringin

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, featured in this Scientific American article addressing the changing geopolitical arctic environment. https://www.scientificamerican.com//nations-claim-large-o/

CMSS congratulates MSS Masters student, Hannah Devereux, who successfully defended her thesis topic Data-driven Cyber Prediction in Hybrid Warfare on Friday, June 7th.

CMSS congratulates Dr. Katie Domansky, who graduated at this morning's ceremony. We are very proud of her and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, featured in this National Post article on North Pole ownership. https://nationalpost.com//canada-files-north-pole-competin

CMSS is pleased to welcome Dr. Erin Gibbs Van Brunschot as the new Director, effective July 1, 2019. https://cmss.ucalgary.ca//cmss-welcomes-new-director-dr-er

CMSS Director, Dr. David Bercuson, featured in this UToday article on the Winnipeg General Strike. https://www.ucalgary.ca//100th-anniversary-winnipeg-genera

CMSS PhD candidate, Tim Choi, featured in this RCI article on the potential addition of ice-capable Canadian Coast Guard ships. http://www.rcinet.ca//ice-capable-canadian-coast-guard-sh/

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, featured in this Radio Canada International article on the Northwest Passage and its impact on Canada-US relations. http://www.rcinet.ca//u-s-navy-arctic-freedom-of-navigati/

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, talks with Radio Canada International about Chinese submarines in the Arctic. http://www.rcinet.ca//pentagon-warns-of-risk-of-chinese-/

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, shares his thoughts on the Northwest Passage and its impact on Canada-US relations. https://www.highnorthnews.com//sign-conflict-come-or-tempe

Meet your new 2019-2020 S3C Executive! From L-R VP Finance: Myriam Tremblay VP Social: Shay Grover... President/VP Academic: Roberto Salegio VP Relations: Montana Wright : Brianna Ochosky See more

CMSS Senior Fellow, Dr. Rob Huebert, weighs in on the 'geographical north pole', one of four that geographers have identified. https://www.macleans.ca//say-goodbye-canada-the-north-pol/

CMSS PhD candidate, Tim Choi, specializing in maritime security and the Canadian Navy, provides his opinion to Global News on the CCGS McLaren.

CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, featured in this Toronto Sun article on the Canadian Coast Guard's aging fleet. https://torontosun.com//canadian-coast-guards-aging-fleet-

My testimony before the Special Senate Arctic Committee on April 3 2019. Speaking on the changing geopolitical environment in the Arctic and what it means for Canada.

Congratulations to PhD candidate, Alexander Salt, on having his Strategic Studies Quarterly article "Transformation and the War in Afghanistan" added to the NATO Library reading list. It is one of just three non-military/government readings on the list! Link to PDF: https://www.airuniversity.af.edu//Volume-12_Issue/Salt.pdf

https://globalnews.ca//terrorism-and-security-expert-weig/ CMSS Senior Fellow, Dr. Gavin Cameron, speaks with Global News on impacts of New Zealand mosque attacks.

https://www.macleans.ca//the-rise-of-the-republic-of-the/ New Maclean's article featuring CMSS Director, Dr. David Bercuson, and Senior Research Fellow Dr. Barry Cooper, on western separatism.

Check out this High North News article featuring CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert!

The 45h University of Calgary High School Model UN is now underway on its first day. Over high school 500 delegates from 25 schools from Calgary, Strathmore and... Red Deer. They are addressing a wide range of issues and challenges now facing the international system. Special thanks to the coaches and students who have worked so hard to prepare for this annual two day event. Also thanks to Rushil Krishna and his team and Bonnie Walters and Mark Barron for all their hard work See more

Radio Sputnik talks with CMSS Senior Research Fellow, Rob Huebert, regarding the UK's plan to increase military presence in the Arctic. Hear what he has to say!