David Perry: How does the current state of Canada-US relations impact Canada’s defence strategy?

We recently caught up with David Perry, President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, at the 2026 Challenge of Change Forum in Kelowna.

Following his participation in the forum, we asked David a timely question: How does the current state of Canada-US relations impact Canada’s defence strategy? His response provides valuable perspective on the evolving security landscape, bilateral cooperation, and the strategic considerations shaping Canada’s defence priorities.

Watch the short interview here: