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Centre for International and Defence Policy

Centre for International and Defence Policy

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 40 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.

  • Partnerships
  • Student Opportunities

The Centre undertakes research work with the Department of National Defence and internationally with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

The Centre serves as a home for MA, PhD, and Post-Doctoral students with a particular interest in defence and international policy from Queen’s and the Royal Military College of Canada, In addition to their academic work, the Centre’s graduate students also undertake research projects related to national and international security. Interested undergraduates can apply to become student fellows of the Centre, as well as for internships. For more information about current opportunities, please visit CIDP's For Students webpage.