In conversation with Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff

In conversation with Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff

Author: ANU National Security College June 12, 2025 Duration: 30:24

Why is the Indo-Pacific of importance to Canada? Will it have a more consistent presence in the region in the future? 

How is Canada adapting its defence capabilities to meet the demands of a rapidly changing geopolitical and technological landscape? 

What lessons has Canada drawn from the war in Ukraine, and how are these shaping the future of its armed forces and military operations? 

 

In this episode, General Jennie Carignan joins Sally Bulkeley to discuss Canada’s evolving defence posture amid a shifting strategic landscape, with a focus on interoperability with partners like Australia, its Indo-Pacific commitments, and lessons drawn from the war in Ukraine. 

 

General M.A. Jennie Carignan, CMM, MSC, MSM, CD is Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff.  

Sally Bulkeley is Deputy Head of College at the ANU National Security College, on secondment from the Department of Defence. 


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