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What does Arctic defence really mean?

Canada’s approach to Arctic security is far more subdued (and far cheaper) and more closely aligned with reality. We may lack the big battalions, however, what we have built up over the past decade—and are continuing to build—is actually a far more appropriate response to the challenges facing

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BY ADAM LAJEUNESSE
May 22, 2015

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OpinionBY SCOTT TAYLOR

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True maritime domain awareness in the Arctic requires multiple overlapping systems that authorities can cross-reference to assess vessels operating in our internal waters.