In this episode of #DefenceDeconstructed, David Perry sit down with Deputy Parliamentary Leader of the Bloc Québécois and representative of the Saint-Jean electoral district, Christine Normandin MP. They discuss the Bloc Québécois’ perspective on Canadian defence and Quebec’s role within it, as well as articulating her party’s vision for the future of Canadian defence in a world of declining nature of our U.S. relationship.

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Guest bios:

Christine Normadin MP is the Deputy Parliamentary Leader of the Bloc Québécois and represent the the Saint-Jean electoral district in the House of Commons. She was first elected in 2019 before being re-elected in 2021.

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Host bio: David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute

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Recommended Readings:

- "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps" by Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor.

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Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding.

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Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll

Release date:

4 April 2025