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The mission of the CIC is to promote an understanding of international affairs and Canada’s role in a changing world by providing Canadians with a non-partisan, nationwide forum for informed discussion, analysis and debate. Accordingly, the cornerstone of the CIC’s work is our events program. The CIC national office and our branches hold more than 150 events per year in cities across the country. In particular, our branch events give members an opportunity to directly engage with global issues that often intersect with local concerns. The CIC also supports events outside of Canada, often in partnership with other global think tanks, that can introduce Canadian perspectives to global audiences. CIC events take on many different forms, from academic lectures and panel discussions to town hall meetings and pub nights. Please consult our events calendar for a listing of CIC-organized and sponsored events.

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CIC Vancouver Island: On Canadian Democracy a presentation by Johathon Manthorpe

March 12, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

Join us as our speaker, Jonathon Manthorpe, renowned author, and international affairs commentator, discusses Canada’s economy, security, and sovereignty which is being threatened in ways not seen since the end of the United States civil war. The threats put a spotlight on the fitness of our social cohesion, political culture, and economy to withstand the assaults.

In his new book, “On Canadian Democracy,” Jonathan argues that while Canada is not broken, the vehicle is only just roadworthy. The wheels are loose, the drive shaft often doesn’t mesh with the gears, and several bits of the chassis are no longer bolted together.

Jonathan will discuss the foundations, the support structure, and the systems that are meant to keep our parliament a representative and functioning body. He will offer insight as to how this institution can be bolted back together again to benefit us all.

About our Speaker

Jonathan Manthorpe is the author of five books on international relations, politics, and history. Over his 40-year career as a journalist he has been the foreign correspondent in Asia, Africa, and Europe for Southam News; the European bureau chief for the Toronto Star; and the national political reporter for The Globe and Mail. Manthorpe has also undertaken special projects for the United Nations, the World Bank, the Asia Development Bank, and the Canadian International Development Agency. He lives in Victoria.

Copies of Jonathan’s new book titled ‘On Canadian Democracy’ will be available for sale at the event.

Location: Nanoose Library Hall

Address: · 2489 Nanoose Road, Nanoose Bay, B.C . V8P 9E6

Date & Time: Wednesday, March 12th, 12:00- 2:00 PM

Open Seating: Starts 11:30 AM

Lecture: Starts 12:00 PM. A light lunch will be served followed by our speaker.

Cost: $30.00 includes lecture and a light lunch.

Reservation via eventbrite.ca though this “LINK“

For special dietary and seating requirements please contact: vancouverisland@thecic.org

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Venue

  • Nanoose Library
  • 2489 Nanoose Road
    Nanoose Bay, British Columbia Canada     + Google Map