2026 NATO Defense College Fellowship - 2026 du Collège de défense de l'OTAN
MINDS is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the 2026 NATO Defense College Fellowship in Rome, Italy.
This unique opportunity is open to Canadian citizens with a doctoral degree interested in researching defence and security issues of relevance to Canada and NATO.
The selected Fellow will receive a Can$100,000 grant to cover all expenses related to attending and conducting research at the NATO Defense College in Rome, Italy, for a period of five (5) months, from March to July 2026.
Applications can be submitted until 23:59 (PDT) on July 14, 2025.
For more information and to apply, please visit our website: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/minds/funding-opportunities.html
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MINDS a le plaisir d'annoncer que nous acceptons dès aujourd’hui les candidatures pour la bourse 2026 du Collège de défense de l'OTAN à Rome.
Cette opportunité unique est ouverte aux personnes détenant la citoyenneté canadienne et titulaires d'un doctorat intéressé.e.s à travailler sur les questions de défense et de sécurité pertinentes pour le Canada et l’OTAN.
La personne sélectionnée pour cette bourse recevra une subvention de 100 000 $ CA pour couvrir toutes les dépenses liées à sa participation et à ses recherches au Collège de défense de l’OTAN à Rome, en Italie, pendant une période de cinq (5) mois, de mars à juillet 2026.
Les candidatures peuvent être soumises jusqu'à 23h59 (HAP) le 14 juillet 2025.
Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements ou pour poser votre candidature, veuillez consulter notre site web au:
CALL FOR PAPERS Shaping Defence: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Future of Military Operations,
The inaugural student-led research conference, Shaping Defence: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the Future of Military Operations, will take place on March 19, 2025, at Carleton University, Ottawa.
This event is hosted at Carleton University, supported by the Canadian Defence and Security Network (CDSN), and funded by Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (Young MINDS). This conference provides a unique platform for students, scholars, and emerging leaders to share innovative perspectives on critical issues shaping the future of defence and security.
About the Conference
This year’s theme focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in military and defence contexts. We seek to explore how inclusive leadership, intersectionality, unconscious bias, and innovative approaches to measuring DEI can drive cultural transformation and improve decision-making in defence and security. The conference aims to foster bold ideas and meaningful discussions that contribute to building an inclusive, innovative, and effective military culture aligned with the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) goals.
Submission Guidelines
We welcome submissions from undergraduate and master’s and PhD students across disciplines, including political science, international relations, history, public policy, and other fields relevant to defence and security. Submissions may include:
• Research papers exploring theoretical, empirical, or policy-focused aspects of DEI in military operations.
• Case studies examining best practices or lessons learned from NATO, CAF, or other military contexts.
• Policy proposals or frameworks offering innovative approaches to integrating DEI in operations.
• Innovative projects showcasing creative methodologies, technologies, or strategies that address DEI challenges in defence contexts.
All submissions will be reviewed based on originality, depth of analysis, and relevance to the theme. Selected papers will be presented at the conference, with high-quality submissions considered for publication post-conference.
BGInS Fellow-in-Residence
About the Position:
The Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS) program in the Arthur Kroeger College of Public Affairs at Carleton University invites applications for an eight-month Practitioner-in-Residence position. The program is interested in candidates working on projects of global and international significance. The area of expertise and teaching is open, but we are particularly interested in candidates who can teach in the area of international cyber security and cyber warfare policy and who will work with our students on a team project course that addresses practical issues from a practitioner perspective. The successful candidate is expected to be in residence in Ottawa, Canada and take the award during Carleton’s academic year (September 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026). The appointment will involve delivering one public lecture, teaching one course in each term, and regularly engaging with BGInS students, including during weekly in-person office hours. In one term, the Practitioner is expected to teach a fourth-year honours seminar in the area of their expertise, covering key debates in global and international studies. In the other term, the Practitioner will teach a team learning, policy-based, experiential learning course in the area of their expertise.
Qualifications:
The applicant should have an impressive record of public policy engagement in the broad field of global and international studies, ranging from work in the public service, diplomacy, policy research arena, civil society advocacy, development, international litigation, or security services.
*Applicants who have successfully held this position in the past are asked to wait two years before reapplying.
Application Process:
Candidates should submit a single pdf document that contains:
A cover letter outlining their suitability for the position of Practitioner in Residence
An updated CV
An outline describing the Team Project Course (courses meet once per week for twelve weeks)
A paragraph describing the Fourth Year Seminar Course which focuses on their area of expertise.
Please submit your application to the following email address by January 15, 2025
visitingpositionsbgins@cunet.carleton.ca
CALL FOR CONTRIBUTION - CCOEs acaCIMICs June 2025
We are delighted to invite you to contribute to the upcoming first volume of acaCIMICs, which will take place in June 2025. This year’s theme is “Experimentation”, focusing on fostering dynamic interactions, creative experimentation, and building robust networks within our community of practice.
acaCIMICs 2025 will serve as a vibrant and hybrid platform to exchange ideas, showcase innovative approaches, and explore new horizons in our shared areas of interest. Whether you are a seasoned expert, a curious explorer, or an emerging talent, your contribution will enrich the collective experience and inspire new directions.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome submissions that align with the theme and embrace the spirit of collaboration and experimentation. This includes but is not limited to:
Case studies and projects that demonstrate collaborative approaches.
Methodological innovations and experimental frameworks.
Workshops, interactive sessions, or demonstrations.
Research papers or thought pieces exploring the intersections of theory and practice.
Why Contribute?
Engage: Connect with a vibrant, interdisciplinary community.
Share: Present your ideas, tools, or methodologies on a global stage.
Collaborate: Find potential partners and spark new initiatives.
Key Dates
Submission Deadline: 30th of March 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 15th of April 2025
Event Date: June 2025 (details tbd)
How to Submit
Please send your proposals or inquiries to acaCIMICs@cimic-coe.org by the submission deadline. Submissions should include:
Title of the contribution.
Abstract (300 words max).
Format preference (paper, workshop, demo, etc.).
Author(s) name and affiliation(s).
Join the Conversation
acaCIMICs 2025 is more than an event; it’s an opportunity to grow and contribute to a thriving new network. Let’s come together to push boundaries and make meaningful connections.
We look forward to your contributions and to seeing you in June 2025!
Government of Canada Tenders for Canadian Security and Defence
Please be advised that the following solicitations are now live on CanadaBuys:
Welcome to the home for doing business with the Government of Canada and the broader Canadian public sector. Here you will find our suite of online procurement services.
Dallaire Centre of Excellence for Peace and Security (DCOE-PS) seeks practitioner-based assessments of recent (2020-present) developments in military roles related to Human Security to support internal work aimed at aligning CAF’s roles with key international partners including NATO, UN, UK Ministry of Defence, and US Department of Defence.
The Dallaire Centre of Excellence for Peace and Security is conducting research to inform the CAF’s approach to Human Security within operational contexts involving armed conflict and crisis. Analyses indicate that the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), United Nations (UN), United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (UK MoD), and United States Department of Defence (US DoD) each apply distinct principles, themes, and frameworks when addressing human security, with varying levels of emphasis on military roles and specific tasks. These differing approaches present challenges to developing a unified CAF strategy for human security
Canadian Defence Academy Research Paper B (MILITARY AND CIVIL SOCIETY) - Tender Notice | CanadaBuysThe Dallaire Centre of Excellence for Peace and Security is analyzing the roles of the CAF in Human Security, particularly in crisis and armed conflict environments. Research indicates that NATO, the UN, UK Ministry of Defence (UK MoD), and US Department of Defense (US DoD) each apply unique perspectives and principles when addressing Human Security, emphasizing differing themes, policy objectives, and tasks. This diversity creates challenges for the CAF in aligning its approach within the existing frameworks.
In 2022, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) established the Human Security Approach and Guiding Principles, emphasizing a people-centered approach that respects local customs and social norms. For the CAF, integrating Indigenous perspectives on security, resilience, and well-being could enhance the understanding and application of Human Security, especially through insights from Elders and Indigenous Knowledge Keepers. This requirement seeks to analyze Indigenous perspectives on Human Security, with particular attention to the views of Indigenous scholars, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers, and to identify areas for further research on integrating these perspectives into CAF Human Security planning.
Scientifique en résidence – Volet Gouvernemental – Appel #2 (2024-2025)
Le MRIF veut accueillir un/une scientifique en résidence, en lien avec l'intégration de l'intelligence numérique au ministère (utilisation réfléchie et scientifique de la science des données dans les processus d'analyses et décisionnel du ministère). Cette résidence scientifique vise à proposer et mener un projet multidisciplinaire alliant science des données et relations internationales. À ce titre, le ou la candidature retenue devra posséder de solides connaissances en science des données; ainsi qu'en relations internationales, science politique, économie ou l'équivalent.
L'appel de candidatures s'inscrit dans le Programme de Scientifique en résidence du Fonds de recherche du Québec, et s'adresse aux nouveaux chercheurs de niveau doctorat (gradué depuis le 1er janvier 2019; ou avec un dépot de thèse avant le début de la résidence).
Quelques informations :
Date limite pour postuler : 18 novembre 2024, 16 h
Début de la résidence : février 2025
Bourse et durée : 50 000 $, pour un an
Conditions de résidence : être domiciliée au Québec au moment de la date de clôture de l’appel à candidatures et pour toute la durée prévue de la résidence
À noter : il est possible de maintenir une charge de cours légère durant sa résidence (maximum de 250 heures); et de cumuler des bourses des universités et certaines bourses d'appui du Québec ou du Canada (mais pas les "grosses", comme celle du CRSH).
La description détaillée du projet et le processus de candidature sont disponibles sur le site web du FRQ : https://frq.gouv.qc.ca/programme/senrg2-2024-2025/
HII request for U.S. Homeland Defense Research Proposals
HII is the prime contractor working in support of the Homeland Defense Institute (HDI), which directly supports the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), and United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM).
We are currently soliciting research proposals to produce analysis and assessments on NORAD and USNORTHCOM's six priority focus areas:
Predicting and Assessing Risk to Critical Infrastructure
Homeland Port Security
Force Protection threat Information Sharing & Collaboration
Arctic Operations
Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS)
Operations in the Homeland
Integrated Wargaming
Ideal submissions will propose producing rigorous, in-depth case studies and analytical materials answering one or more of the research objectives outlined in the attached Homeland Defense Institute Research Area Problem Statement.
Proposed research projects should ideally produce written reports (10-20k words) and executive briefing deliverables with a maximum budget of 20k, not inclusive of travel costs; all completed NLT 15 May 2025 for a broad range of audiences.
Research findings will culminate at the FY25 Homeland Defense Awareness Symposium in Colorado Springs, CO in June 2025. All proposals should also provide the additional cost of the required travel, as needed, to attend the symposium and brief research in person.
Research output will be used to inform HDI partners—including DoD, the Joint Staff, the COCOMs, the Intelligence Community (IC), and the Interagency to enable key stakeholder decision-making processes across a broad range of topics that include strategic and operational planning, national defense systems acquisition research & development, intelligence collection tasking and target prioritization, strategic messaging, and other critical areas of interest.
Please see attached Homeland Defense Awareness Research Area Problem Statement for the background, focus areas, research objectives, and topics of interest related to NORAD and USNORTHCOM priorities and use the link provided to propose against the outlined research areas. All proposals must be submitted no later than October 21, 2024
Policy Officer Recruitment Programme
We will be accepting applications via jobs.gc.ca from October 15-30, 2024, for an anticipated employment start date in September 2025.
We would also like to invite you to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn about the PORP, what it entails, why and how to apply; to get useful tips on each step of the application process; and to position yourself for a dynamic career that will allow you to shape your future and shape Defence. Please note that the information presented in each session will be the same, so you only need to join one of them.
There will be three (3) info sessions in English (all times Eastern):
Friday, 4 October, 14:00-15:00, in English. Link.
Wednesday, 9 October, 13:00-14:00, in English. Link.
Friday, 11 October, 9:00-10:00, in English. Link.
And three (3) info sessions in French:
Friday, 4 October, 10:00-11:00, in French. Link.
Wednesday, 9 October, 9:00-10:00, in French. Link.
Friday, 11 October, 13:00-14:00, in French. Link.
For more information on the programme, please visit canada.ca/defence-porp. We encourage you to consult our FAQ to find the information you may be looking for!
What is a Defence Policy Officer?
Defence Policy Officers help inform government decision-making by providing sound advice, recommendations and analysis on an array of pressing defence and security issues that are constantly evolving, such as information warfare, continental defence, great power competition, the Arctic, climate change, cybersecurity, disarmament, disaster response, procurement, multilateralism, peacekeeping, etc.
For example, they:
provide advice to the Minister of National Defence and senior defence and military officials on a variety of current and emerging issues;
maintain bilateral relationships with international Allies and partners;
analyse and make recommendations on courses of action;
provide support and guidance to the Minister and senior officials on Parliamentary, Cabinet and Committee processes, and issues; and
provide policy support to military operations and exercises.
Defence Policy Officers are typically based at the National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa. There may also be opportunities to travel both domestically and internationally as part of regular or special working assignments. For example, members of the programme may get to temporarily work at Canada’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York to assist with preparations for the UN General Assembly High-level Week. In addition, after graduating from the programme, there are opportunities for longer international postings and to deploy on CAF operations around the world to act as Policy Advisors.
Essential qualifications
To be considered for the PORP, you must:
be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
have a Master’s degree in the social sciences, arts and humanities, or other security and defence related disciplines from a recognized university, and/or a Juris Doctor;
have successfully completed at least one university-level course in sociology, statistics or economics, or demonstrate a combination of education, training and/or experience in one of these subject areas;
be proficient in English or French;
have experience researching, analyzing, and writing on subjects related to international affairs, defence and/or security or public policy;
have an interest in national and international defence and security issues.
You must also have the ability to:
communicate effectively orally and in writing;
conduct research and analysis and synthesize information;
work under pressure with tight deadlines;
work effectively with others.
You must also demonstrate:
commitment to continuous learning;
integrity and respect in a diverse and inclusive environment;
judgment and ability to think things through;
initiative and leadership;
adaptability.
What we offer
Full-time, permanent employment
Individuals hired through the Policy Officer Recruitment Programme are offered a full-time, indeterminate (permanent) position in the Policy Group at the Department of National Defence. The PORP is not an internship, a contract, or an academic program.
The programme covers a period of three years during which participants get three one-year work assignments in three different divisions within the Policy Group. Our rotational programme allows employees to be exposed to a variety of issues, types, and styles of work, and gain meaningful experience.
New policy officers work on pressing defence issues and military operations covering a wide range of topics, from culture change to emerging technologies, below threshold conflict to climate change, to intelligence, and more.
Members of the PORP are hired as Developmental Policy Officers at the EC-02 level (Economics and Social Science Services Group), and remain at that level for their first year in the programme. PORP members are then promoted to Junior Policy Officers (EC-04 level) in their second year, if they meet the necessary requirements. After three years in the programme, PORP members will be assessed for graduation as a Defence Policy Officer, at the EC-05 level, and offered a position within the Policy Group.
For more information, view the rates of pay for all levels of the Economics and Social Science Services Group.
PORP members moving to Ottawa are also eligible, under certain circumstances, for a relocation allowance, to a maximum of $5,000. Find more details about the Government of Canada’s relocation policy.
Continuous learning opportunities
At its core, the PORP is a professional development programme that will round-out your academic experience and help you hone your skills in areas like writing in a professional context, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills.
In addition to the on-the-job learning opportunities offered by the three work rotations, training is done through a combination of classroom and on-line courses, ad-hoc learning opportunities, mentoring, and special projects or assignments. Full-time, paid second language training is also provided for those who are not already proficient in both official languages.
All participants of the program participate in a Canadian Forces Base Tour during their first year, to familiarize themselves with the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force. This allows them to learn more about operational issues, equipment, and life in various military units outside of Ottawa, and how this relates to their own work at headquarters.
An open and welcoming work environment
The PORP hires five to eight individuals on average per year. Our cohort hiring practice means that from day one you have a built-in network of peers, as well as the opportunity to tap into the vast network of other PORPs and program alumni.
The Policy Group maintains an ongoing, open dialogue about ensuring ours is a supportive and inclusive work environment where people thrive.
We recognize the dignity and worth of each member of the organization and all facets of their identity (including gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, nationality, language, religion, ability, etc.) and we are committed to creating and fostering an environment where this diversity is valued, inclusiveness is reflexive, and everyone, at all levels, can feel enabled and included to do their best work.
We understand that the light shed on instances of harassment and sexual misconduct in the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces may be cause for concerns for potential PORP applicants, especially for women, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, racialized people, and other individuals who are underrepresented in the defence and security environment. Should you want to be connected with a current member of the Policy Group to discuss their experience working with us, please do not hesitate to contact us at PORP-PRAP@forces.gc.ca.
How to apply
Applications are accepted during an advertised process, typically on an annual basis each Fall, for a two-week period.
Contact Us
If you have questions or comments not addressed on this website, you can send us a message at PORP-PRAP@forces.gc.ca.
