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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

Summer Workshop | The Agenda details including Panels and Speakers has now been posted.
June 24, 2026 | New Member | Joanne Archibald, Livy Consulting and Canadian Business History Association joins CIDP as a Fellow.
June 22, 2026 | New Member | Matthew da Mota, Research Director at the Canadian Shield Institute for Public Policy joins CIDP as a Fellow.
June 19, 2026 | New Member | Andrea Charron, Professor and Director of CDSS joins CIDP as a Fellow.
June 16, 2026 | Research Funding Opportunities | Learn what research opportunities are at your disposal, and why CIDP is the best place to support your work.
June 15, 2026 | Letter from the Director | CIDP Director Michael Murphy discusses changes around knowledge mobilization at the Centre.

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