Canada Re-Imagined

A new Cold War is underway.  The U.S. is in chaos.  Climate change is already upon us.

Canada can be a beacon of hope by advocating for a New Commonwealth of democracies. A century from now, this Commonwealth might be the building block of World Federalism. For regions like the Middle East, and for conflicts world wide, it is the only faint hope.

This is the final episode of Canada Re-Imagined. Peace be with you.

Key words: Cold War; democracy; alliances; World Federalism; Israel; Palestine

Global trends in population force Canada to face both risk and opportunity from rapid growth.  Growth can work, but only if Canada takes a dramatically different approach to building for the future.

Key words: Population; urban planning; housing; immigrants; refugees; future cities; American Dreamers

Canada’s most important relationship, with the United States, has not been easy. Now, with a generation of political dysfunction expected to our south, and American democracy in peril, how can Canada respond?

Key words: United States; foreign relations; threat to democracy

How might Canada re-invent security to face future threats? Six recommendations, including a new Climate Corps.

Key words: Future war; AI; drones; cyber combat; protecting oceans; climate corps

Canada’s defense is in a shambles, preparing poorly for the last war. This is evident if we examine military spending in terms of risk management.

Key words: Military strategy; defense spending; weapon systems; risk management

Is the adage “demographics is destiny” accurate? Trends in the developed world, China, Africa and elsewhere are all converging in an unexpected way.

Key words: Demographics; Africa; China; family planning

Winning a war is not good enough. Winning the peace, after a war, is the key.  Military theorists offer a viable strategy. 

Key words: International affairs; foreign policy; long term planning

If Constitutional renovation was initiated, how might it end?  Ideally, in a new and more democratic Canadian Commonwealth. 

Key words: Provincial powers; Constitution; democratic renovation

How would Quebec respond to many of the changes proposed? The outrage would be instant. What might happen next could be a surprise.

Key words: Quebec; Distinct nation; building for independence; bilingualism 

Abolish the Senate? Not so fast… Ancient Greek democracy offers a way to totally reform the Senate, the Governor General, and the courts. 

Key words: Senate reform; Governor General; court integrity