33 episodes
Canada Re-Imagined Patrick Esmonde-White
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Is Canada one of the best places on earth to live?
Absolutely. But...
Sadly, the entire planet is heading for trouble, and Canada is not immune. Climate change, poverty, tribalism… warning signs are everywhere.
Canada Re-Imagined will look at these and other intractable problems, finding hope and inspiration in unanticipated places.
Futuristic, utopian, factual, heretical, humorous… Canada Re-Imagined.
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Grand Strategy
Winning a war is not good enough. Winning the peace, after a war, is the key. Military theorists offer a viable strategy. Key words: International affairs; foreign policy; long term planning
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The China Syndrome
Is the adage “demographics is destiny” accurate? Trends in the developed world, China, Africa and elsewhere are all converging in an unexpected way.Key words: Demographics; Africa; China; family planning
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The Last War
Canada’s defense is in a shambles, preparing poorly for the last war. This is evident if we examine military spending in terms of risk management.Key words: Military strategy; defense spending; weapon systems; risk management
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The Next War
How might Canada re-invent security to face future threats? Six recommendations, including a new Climate Corps.Key words: Future war; AI; drones; cyber combat; protecting oceans; climate corps
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The Neighbours
Canada’s most important relationship, with the United States, has not been easy. Now, with a generation of political dysfunction expected to our south, and American democracy in peril, how can Canada respond?Key words: United States; foreign relations; threat to democracy
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Give Growth a Chance
Global trends in population force Canada to face both risk and opportunity from rapid growth. Growth can work, but only if Canada takes a dramatically different approach to building for the future.Key words: Population; urban planning; housing; immigrants; refugees; future cities; American Dreamers