Vincent Rigby on Changes to Canada's NSIA | Wesley Wark Newsletter
March 4, 2026 | In Wesley Wark's National Security and Intelligence Newsletter, Vincent Rigby comments on the federal government's decision to eliminate the position of National Security and Intelligence Adviser as part of a broader senior public service shuffle. Rigby describes the move as potentially dangerous and warns that removing the role could weaken the flow of intelligence to the Prime Minister.
Pearl Eliadis on the Evolution of Human Rights in Canada | Emond
March 2, 2026 | Pearl Eliadis recently contributed a chapter on "The Evolution of Human Rights in Canada" in Christina Szurlej's book聽Human Rights: Principles and Practice in Canada and Internationally,聽a new resource designed to provide students with an accessible introduction to human rights law and practice in the Canadian and International Contexts.
Pearl Eliadis on preventing homelessness for survivors of violence | Mettre fin 脿 l鈥檌tin茅rance au Canada
March 2026 | Pearl Eliadis authors the chapter 鈥淔ermer le robinet: comment pr茅venir l鈥檌tin茅rance pour les victimes de violence鈥� in James Hughes鈥� edited volume Mettre fin 脿 l鈥檌tin茅rance au Canada. In her contribution, Eliadis examines how homelessness among survivors of violence can be prevented through upstream policy interventions rather than emergency responses alone.
Pearl Eliadis on transitional housing for survivors of violence | CTV News
March 2, 2026 | On CTV News, Pearl Eliadis spoke to the value of 鈥渟econd step鈥� or transitional housing in helping survivors of conjugal violence rebuild their lives. Drawing on research conducted with the Quebec Homelessness Prevention Collaborative, Eliadis explained that women who have access to transitional housing are significantly more likely to secure stable long-term housing and far less likely to return to abusive partners.
Pearl Eliadis on housing as a human right | Public Policy Forum
March 5, 2026 |聽Pearl Eliadis joined聽WONK host Amanda Lang to discuss Canada鈥檚 growing homelessness crisis and the case for treating housing as a human right. In conversation with physician Andrew Boozary, Eliadis argued that policymakers must move beyond managing homelessness toward preventing it, describing stable housing as a foundational condition for health and dignity.
Vincent Rigby on Canada鈥檚 Indo-Pacific strategy | BNN Bloomberg
March 5, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke at the Conference of Defence Associations Institute鈥檚 annual conference about Canada鈥檚 evolving role in the Indo-Pacific. Moderating a panel on regional strategy, Rigby noted that Canada has struggled to define a consistent approach since releasing its Indo-Pacific strategy in 2022. He suggests the strategy may need to be refreshed and more clearly linked to Canada鈥檚 Arctic and European security priorities, particularly as geopolitical tensions evolve.
Media Ecosystem Observatory on conspiracy theory content in Canada | CTV Canada
February 27, 2026 | CTV News covered a report conducted by researchers at the Media Ecosystem Observatory (MEO) that found a small group of highly active social media users that are responsible for the majority of conspiracy theory content circulating in Canada. Analyzing more than 14 million posts across platforms including TikTok, X, Instagram, and Bluesky, the study concludes that roughly 100 accounts generate nearly 70 per cent of conspiratorial posts.
Sonja Solomun on the risks of autonomous AI and climate disinformation | Canada's National Observer
February 27, 2026 |聽Sonja Solomun and her co-author Chris Russill write in Canada鈥檚 National Observer about how autonomous AI agents could transform the landscape of climate disinformation. Using a recent case in which an AI agent launched a reputational attack on an open-source developer, they argue that emerging AI systems can now generate and spread conspiratorial narratives without clear human direction or accountability.
Vincent Rigby on Canada-India Security Concerns | The Canadian Press
February 27, 2026 | Vincent Rigby cautions against downplaying national security concerns as Canada seeks to rebuild ties with India. He says it "strains credibility" to suggest that harmful interference has ceased and instead argues Ottawa must navigate a balance between re-engagement and vigilance. Rigby emphasizes that the government must not brush aside concerns about transnational repression and should clearly explain to Canadians how it intends to address ongoing security risks.
Kyle Matthews on Foreign Threats to Canada | CTV News
February 25, 2026 | Kyle Matthews joins CTV News to discuss the growing scale of foreign interference targeting Canada, including disinformation campaigns and sabotage of critical infrastructure. He describes Russia's strategy as a form of "hybrid warfare" aimed at shaping public opinion and fracturing Western unity.
Vincent Rigby on Canada-India Relations | CBC News
February 25, 2026 | Vincent Rigby reflects on Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming trip to India amid debate over whether the threat of Indian transnational repression in Canada has truly ended. While describing the trip as pragmatic diplomacy, Rigby warns that security concerns should not be treated as a "footnote," and cautions against turning a blind eye to allegations of interference and intimidation.
Vincent Rigby on Montreal's Defence Industry Potential | Montreal Gazette
February 25, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joins the Montreal Gazette to discuss whether Montreal could emerge as a hub in Canada's new Defence Industrial Strategy. He describes the federal announcement as a "major pivot" toward domestic industry and notes that Montreal's aerospace and simulation expertise position the city well. Rigby cautions that industrial ambition must be tied to a clear defence plan that prioritizes operational readiness.
Shane Joy on Canada's Defence Culture and Public Support | Policy Magazine
February 24, 2026 | In an article published by Policy Magazine as part of the Emerging Voices program, MPP student Shane Joy examines the cultural and political foundations required to sustain Canada's planned defence expansion.
Vincent Rigby on Canada鈥檚 Defence Industrial Strategy | The Walrus
February 18, 2026 | In a roundtable published by聽The Walrus, Vincent Rigby examines the Canadian federal government's new Defence Industrial Strategy and describes it as long overdue. While he supports efforts to strengthen Canada's defence industrial base and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, he cautions that the strategy places heavy emphasis on economic development.
Vincent Rigby on Appointing Canada's Next National Security Adviser | The Globe and Mail
February 10, 2026 | Vincent Rigby and Adam Chapnick argue that Ottawa should move quickly to appoint Canada's next National Security and Intelligence Adviser following Nathalie Drouin's resignation. They reflect on the evolution and growing significance of the position within the Privy Council Office and the importance of timely appointment and clearly defined responsibilities.
