Canadian Peace Research Association - CPRA

Diving into critical perspectives: A Russian nuclear expert’s compelling insights on the Foomsday Clock and why there may be room for optimism. Explore the nuanced discussion on global security and the path towards a safer future.

https://thebulletin.org/2023/11/why-a-russian-nuclear-expert-thinks-the-doomsday-clock-should-move-away-from-midnight/

Exploring the urgent landscape of climate change, Below is a compelling article shedding light on the current downward trajectory and its profound relevance in today’s world. Time is of the essence and together we can pave the way for a sustainable future.

https://thebulletin.org/premium/2023-11/introduction-climate-change-where-are-we-now/

Christmas trees in Kyiv over the years.

https://cpra-acrp.com/call-for-papers

We are pleased to invite you to the 2023 Annual Conference of the Canadian Peace Research Association - Association canadienne de recherché pour la paix (CPRA - ACRP). The CPRA – ACRP Conference is part of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, which promotes research, and teaching for “the advancement of an inclusive, democratic, and progressive society.” With a membership now comprising over 160 universities, colleges, and scholarly associations, the Federation and Congress 2023 represents a diverse community of 91,000 researchers and graduate students across Canada.

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Canada extends and expands military and other support for the security of Ukraine/ Le Canada prolonge et augmente sa présence militaire et ses activités de soutien pour assurer la sécurité de l’Ukraine

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/01/canada-extends-and-expands-military-and-other-support-for-the-security-of-ukraine.html

Canada extends and expands military and other support for the security of Ukraine - Canada.ca Canada is steadfast in its support of Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. Canada is alarmed by, and condemns, Russia’s threats and military buildup in and around Ukraine.

https://www.hilltimes.com/2021/12/22/ukraine-crisis-1962-cuban-missile-crisis-share-disturbing-similarities/335487

Ukraine crisis, 1962 Cuban missile crisis share disturbing similarities Now with tensions at their worst since the Cold War ended three decades ago, Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says Russia may be forced to deploy intermediate-range nuclear missiles in Europe in response to what it sees as NATO’s plans to do the same.

https://www.abolition2000.org/wp-admin/https://www.abolition2000.org/?na=v&nk=1847-1c5b29fb9a&id=43

Invitation to endorse the joint NGO letter to NPT state parties As the postponed 10th Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty rapidly approaches, some members of the Abolition 2000 Global Council have been working as part of the drafting committee for a joint civil society statement to be read to NPT states parties during the civil society sess...

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/industry-news/energy-and-resources/article-belgian-government-reaches-agreement-in-principle-to-close-its-nuclear/

Belgian government reaches agreement in principle to close its nuclear power plants by 2025 As part of the agreement, the Belgian government left open the possibility of extending the life of two nuclear reactors if it could not otherwise ensure energy supply

https://mailchi.mp/5488b072155d/2021review-5708104?e=8a38cb6cc7

Northwatch Nuclear Notes | 2021 in Review

Canadian Peace Research Association - CPRA updated their website address.

https://nunatsiaq.com/stories/article/norad-exercise-takes-to-the-arctic-skies/

NORAD exercise takes to the Arctic skies | Nunatsiaq News Planespotters in Nunavut might see a variety of Canadian and American military aircraft this week as the North American Aerospace Defense Command's Arctic

https://www.dw.com/en/nato-chief-melting-arctic-ice-could-heat-up-geopolitics/a-56954283

NATO chief: Melting Arctic ice could heat up geopolitics | DW | 22.03.2021 With China and Russia expanding their military presence in the Arctic, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg told DW melting ice could increase geopolitical tensions and show the "security impacts of climate change."

https://www.treehugger.com/what-are-arctic-fires-5120259

What Are Arctic Fires and What Causes Them? Arctic fires emitted a record-breaking amount of CO2 in 2020. Learn what caused them, the role of warming global temperatures, and what to expect.

NATO expansion not the answer as Ukraine crisis brews, but nuclear weapon free zones needed Canada should call for the rapid denuclearization of Europe, broader multilateral negotiations, and ongoing reform of Ukraine’s democratic institutions.