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Title:

Canadian Maritime Security Network (CMSN)

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$750,000.00

Agreement Date:

May 27, 2024 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

Canadian Maritime Security Network work will help identify and understand the drivers of global maritime threats in a time of evolving great power competition. CMSN will generate valuable knowledge for Canada's defence strategy, focusing in particular on naval strategy, unconventional warfare, and the Arctic domain.

Organization:

National Defence

Expected Results:

The expected results from a MINDS collaborative network include enhanced research and analysis that inform and improve defence and security policies, contributing to more effective policy development and implementation. By fostering collaboration among academics, practitioners, and policymakers, the network aims to build capacity, encourage innovation, and increase engagement among diverse stakeholders, leading to improved defence capabilities and readiness. Additionally, the network seeks to disseminate knowledge broadly and build strategic partnerships, ultimately impacting defence and security outcomes both domestically and internationally.

Location:

Antigonish, Nova Scotia, CA B2G 2W5

Reference Number:

018-2024-2025-Q1-NET03

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Operating Name:

St Francis Xavier University

Recipient's Legal Name:

Governors of St. Francis Xavier University

Program:

Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS)

Program Purpose:

Through the establishment of Collaborative Networks, MINDS is increasing and diversifying research on defence and security issues in Canada, with the aim to meet the Defence Team need for relevant and timely advice and broaden the spectrum of expert voices contributing to the conversation.