After WWI, veteran bush pilots opened up the far north to aircraft. The nation's aviation owes much to the WWII Commonwealth Air Training Plan as well.

Mar 27, 2011 - Carol Tulpar

Liberal MP Gerard Kennedy introduced a private member's bill to allow war resisters to remain permanently in Canada.

Oct 4, 2009 - Arthur Weinreb

Governments everywhere are still raising the amount of money they dedicate to war machines while poverty increases.

Oct 18, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

It began as the curfew drumming for soldiers to return to barracks. It has become show business - military style.

Nov 16, 2010 - Sally Powrie

The Federalist "Roman Doctrine" featuring increased defense spending improving the army & navy were eliminated by Jefferson, leading to poor military preparation in 1812.

Sep 19, 2009 - Michael Streich

Guided missiles and parts were almost 50% of American weaponry sales in 2009, while rifles and machine guns generated less than 3% of total U.S. military exports.

Mar 22, 2010 - Daniel Workman

Following his graduation from the University of St. Andrews, Prince William chose to follow in the footsteps of his father, and pursue a military career.

Apr 9, 2011 - Terry Long

General George Washington proved to be a decisive military leader during the War for Independence, and one who benefited from luck as well.

Oct 9, 2008 - Nicholas Efstathiou

Shhh. Edmonton, Canada has a secret. The educational system works. Find out why Edmonton has caught the attention of other cities in Canada.

Jun 17, 2006 - Barbara Pytel

Gov. James Murray (1721-1794) left the battlefield to take the reins of the Quebec government in a military regime that transitioned to a civil government.

Dec 27, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Fighter jet technology has changed dramatically over the past decade and is dominated by "fifth-generation" aircraft with advanced stealth capabilities.

Aug 3, 2011 - Duane Sharp

Like a crouching lion, Edinburgh Castle looms across a rocky crag overlooking Scotland's capital. For nine centuries its presence has dominated the city.

Oct 3, 2010 - Anne Gordon

The Canadian public is being sold a bill of goods when it comes to military involvement in Afghanistan. Here are reasons why the Canadian government should withdraw.

Jan 30, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Over $1 billion in Canadian taxes have paid for advanced satellite technology used in military actions around the world...

Aug 3, 2006 - Daniel Workman

Blazing across the sky, the Snowbirds have represented Canada's military with displays of dangerous and exacting aerial maneuvers

Mar 22, 2008 - Susanna McLeod

In October 2001, Canada made a commitment to help rebuild Afghanistan. Eight years later, Canadians debate their ongoing involvement.

Oct 22, 2009 - Lynda Allison

Evidence emerges that, despite its denials, the Canadian government knew about the torture of battlefield detainees it transferred to Afghan security officials.

Oct 15, 2009 - Rupert Taylor

Cultivated British immigrants and British-trained architects brought a refined portrayal of Picturesque architecture to Canada in the 1830s.

Aug 12, 2009 - Heather Zorzini

For years Canadian foreign policy has been based on Lester Pearson's assumptions of Canada as a middle power. Is it time for Canada to be considered a great power?

May 19, 2008 - Mark Weller

Canada's exports and imports fell by over 25% last year, pushing Canada into a trade deficit position. A few niche product categories did manage to post gains, however.

Feb 23, 2010 - Daniel Workman