Posts Tagged ‘Foreign Interference’
Confused Over the Debate of whether Canada needs a Foreign Intelligence Agency? You’re not alone!
The debate regarding whether Canada should have a separate Foreign Intelligence Service/Agency has been a recurring topic of debate in 2023. And with good reason! A quick look back on some of this year’s news headlines has given many Canadians reason to question if enough is being done by the Canadian Intelligence Community to ensure…
Read MoreHow OPSEC May Have Exposed Indian Agents in Canadian Murder Case
OPSEC, or Operational Security, is a term used by the International Intelligence Community regarding the process in which any information relating to an Intelligence Operation needs to be kept secure ensuring the information does not identify the actions or motives of the parties involved, nor compromise the clandestine nature of the operation. On September 21,…
Read MoreWhen “Plausible Deniability” isn’t Plausible or Deniable
This week, former Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) officer William Majcher had a bail hearing in the province of Quebec in relation to foreign interference charges against him. Majcher was arrested in Vancouver on July 20. According to open-source media, he is charged under the Security of Information Act for his involvement—supposedly occurring between 2014…
Read MoreWhat’s a Game without Offence?
“Espionage is the ultimate mind game, where wits and intellect are the weapons, and the stakes are the balance of power.” – Unknown “Intelligence is the ultimate game-changer, where the ability to outthink and outmaneuver your opponent determines victory.” – John F. Kennedy These two quotes personify the idea that intelligence and espionage are a…
Read MoreWould a Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference be Detrimental to Canada’s Intelligence Community?
The debate surrounding the potential implementation of a public inquiry into foreign interference in Canada has raised significant concerns about the impact it may have on the Canada’s Intelligence Community. In this article, we will delve into the arguments against holding such an inquiry and explore the potential risks it poses to the efficiency and…
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