Analysis
The Canadian Maritime Security Network's Analysis papers are comprehensive and analytical research documents that examine critical issues related to defence and security.
Why Isn’t the Nuclear Option in Play?
May 2026
Jonathan Cassels
With Canada working to procure a new fleet of submarines this paper examins why the country is replacing the Victoria-class with diesel electric vessels, rather than SSNs.
Seapower for the North American Arctic
May 2026
Adam Lajeunesse
This analysis offers a framework for understanding Canada's Arctic maritime security needs and how the country should approach defending the North.
Naval Shipbuilding: Lessons from Down Under, 2015-2025
April 2026
Elinor Sloan
As Canada recapitalizes its Navy, important lessons can be learned from Australia.
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The Military Applications and Implications of Quantum Sensing Technologies for Maritime Security
June 2025
Kristen Csenkey
States are increasingly placing great importance on the capabilities of quantum technologies to impact global security.
Russia in the Arctic: What to Expect and How to Respond
February 2025
Sergey Sukhankin
This report is a short examination of Russia’s perception of Arctic security.
The APF and ONSF: Evolving Visions of Canada's Arctic Maritime Defence
February 2025
Adam Lajeunesse
An overview of Canada's evolving Arctic defence policy through an evaluation of Our North Strong and Free (ONSF) and Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy (AFP).
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Cold War Mentality: Countering the Threat Posed by the Northern Fleet
January 2025
Michael Cabral
Housing both its second-strike capabilities and extensive non-nuclear long-range precisionstrike systems, the Northern Fleet plays a central role in Russia’s concept of strategicdeterrence.
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