If we know what we want Canada to be like in 75 years, we can plan how to get there. Canada has the tools to build peace, order and good government. They must be sharpened, and used in the fight for survival. Elbows up!

When Trump moved into the White House, the neighbourhood went bad. To survive the civil war next door, Canada needs a plan.  It starts by understanding the weaknesses of the enemy.

Between Trump and climate change, things look bad. Is there a  path forward that does not lead to peril for Canada?  Tune in to “Canada Re-Imagined: After Trump” for an idealists’ guide to the future.

Ten episodes will follower the next two weeks.

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