Vincent Rigby on Canada-India Relations | CBC News
February 25, 2026 | Vincent Rigby reflects on Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming trip to India amid debate over whether the threat of Indian transnational repression in Canada has truly ended. While describing the trip as pragmatic diplomacy, Rigby warns that security concerns should not be treated as a "footnote," and cautions against turning a blind eye to allegations of interference and intimidation.
Vincent Rigby on Montreal's Defence Industry Potential | Montreal Gazette
February 25, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joins the Montreal Gazette to discuss whether Montreal could emerge as a hub in Canada's new Defence Industrial Strategy. He describes the federal announcement as a "major pivot" toward domestic industry and notes that Montreal's aerospace and simulation expertise position the city well. Rigby cautions that industrial ambition must be tied to a clear defence plan that prioritizes operational readiness.
Vincent Rigby on Canada鈥檚 Defence Industrial Strategy | The Walrus
February 18, 2026 | In a roundtable published by聽The Walrus, Vincent Rigby examines the Canadian federal government's new Defence Industrial Strategy and describes it as long overdue. While he supports efforts to strengthen Canada's defence industrial base and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, he cautions that the strategy places heavy emphasis on economic development.
Vincent Rigby on Appointing Canada's Next National Security Adviser | The Globe and Mail
February 10, 2026 | Vincent Rigby and Adam Chapnick argue that Ottawa should move quickly to appoint Canada's next National Security and Intelligence Adviser following Nathalie Drouin's resignation. They reflect on the evolution and growing significance of the position within the Privy Council Office and the importance of timely appointment and clearly defined responsibilities.
Vincent Rigby's Canada-US Experts Group Report
February 11, 2026 | In a new report for the Canada-US Experts Group, Vincent Rigby and Lawrence Herman examine the implications of renewed U.S. expansionist rhetoric for Canada's Arctic sovereignty.
Vincent Rigby on Trade Crossfire Between US and Canada | The Hill
February 4, 2026 | Vincent Rigby weighed in on Canada's reassessment of its planned purchase of U.S. F-35 fighter jets amid rising trade tensions and strained political relations with Washington. Rigby argued that increasingly sharp rhetoric from the United States prompted Canadian policymakers to rethink the long-standing defence relationship.
Vincent Rigby on Canada's Engagement with Greenland | Global News
February 2, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joins Weekends with Ben O'Hara-Byrne to discuss Canada's decision to move forward with a presence in Greenland. Rigby argues this is an overdue step that reflects solidarity with Greenlanders and aligns with Canada's Arctic priorities.
Vincent Rigby on The Arctic Appetites of Donald Trump | Policy Magazine
January 29, 2026 | In Policy Magazine, Vincent Rigby, writing with Lawrence L. Herman, warns that U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland signals a bigger risk to Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic. They argue that renewed U.S. expansionist rhetoric alongside American rejection of Canada's claim that the Northwest Passage constitutes internal waters raises the prospect of future U.S. military or naval incursions in the region.
Vincent Rigby on NATO and Canada鈥檚 National Security | CGAI
January 17, 2026 | Vincent Rigby was featured on the Canadian Global Affairs Institute's The Global Exchange podcast to discuss NATO and Canada's global security challenges. Rigby emphasized that strengthening Canada's capabilities, including NORAD modernization and Arctic operations, opens opportunities for collaboration with the United States.
Vincent Rigby on NORAD and Canada's F-35 Decision | CBC News
January 26, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined CBC News to discuss the implications of U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra's recent remarks on Canada's fighter jet procurement and the North American Air Defence Command (NORAD). Rigby described the remarks as "another off-the-cuff," noting that while they cannot be ignored, they should not be taken as a definitive statement on Canada-U.S. defence policy.
Vincent Rigby on Trump's Threats to the Arctic | CBC News
January 27, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke on CBC News to analyze Canada's Arctic sovereignty amid growing concerns of U.S. intentions in the region. Rigby weighed in on the implications of the ICE (Icebreaker Collaboration Effort) Pact, noting its potential to affect control over the Northwest Passage and surrounding Arctic territories. He called for a two-track approach: continue cooperation where possible, while urgently strengthening its own Arctic military and surveillance capabilities.
Vincent Rigby on Canada's Response to Trump's Aggresive Pursuit of Greenland | KPFA
January 22, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke on KPFA to discuss the implications of U.S. interest in Greenland for Canada. Rigby noted that while the U.S. has a longstanding military presence in Greenland and could, in theory, seize it, such a move would raise serious questions for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Vincent Rigby on Contingency Planning | Global News
January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined Global News to discuss Canada's military contingency plans amid the shifting relationship with the United States.
Vincent Rigby on Defending Canada鈥檚 Arctic Sovereignty | Montreal Gazette
January 21, 2026 | Vincent Rigby recently spoke to the Montreal Gazette on the rising U.S. rhetoric under President Donald Trump, underscoring the need for Canada to strengthen its Arctic defences.
Vincent Rigby on the Unlikely U.S. Invasion of Canada | National Post
January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the National Post to discuss Canada's options in the unlikely event of a U.S. military attack on Canada. Rigby emphasized that a U.S. invasion would be considered low-probability but would have a very high impact. He called U.S. President Donald Trump's provocative posts about Canada "destabilizing" but part of a broader strategic playbook, rather than evidence of a threat.
