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The CIDP is a leading Canadian research organization that bridges the gap between academic research and policy on matters related to military and defence. The Centre’s vision is to be a trusted voice on defence and military affairs both in Canada and internationally.

The Centre has been the go-to source for matters of military and defence policy for more than fifty years. Leveraging the centre’s proximity to Canadian Forces Base Kingston, the Royal Military College of Canada, the Department of National Defence and a number of Canadian Armed Forces organizations, we draw on the expertise of more than 50 research fellows, including students, civilian and military experts, former government officials, diplomats and active-duty military officers.

News & Updates

Partner Event | Discussing Dual-use Technologies with Sash Vaid, Kai Huang and Patrick Beeson.
Dec 9, 2025 | Podcast | Watch/listen to Episode 3 of 'Publishing On Defence and Security'. Listen on Youtube, Apple Podcasts
Event | Our January IDP Speaker Series looks at securing Canada's Arctic with CIDP Fellow Robert Martyn
Student Event | Our next Discussions on Defence will tackle military psychological operations led by Col. Nicolas Gauthier.
Event | Public Panel Discussion with guests Dr. Luna K.C. & Joanne Archibald
Dec. 3 2025 | Catherine Viens joins the CIDP as a Postdoctoral Fellow to work on conflict prevention, risk analysis, and the security governance dimensions of natural resource projects.

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The Kingston Consortium on International Security

Annual Conference & Publications

The Kingston Consortium on International Security
Research Network on Women, Peace and Security

Women, Peace and Security

Research Network on Women, Peace and Security
The Canadian Defence and Security Network

Battle Rhythm - Season 4

The Canadian Defence and Security Network