Terrorism Archives

In America, It’s Business as Usual

October 6, 2017 by Stacey O'Connor

Although there is a tremendous feeling of sadness and grief over the most recent American mass-shooting, there isn’t a feeling of surprise. Over the past two years, there have been over 10 mass shootings in America. With every tragedy there is a hopeful moment where Americans wipe their tears and … Read More

Changing terror laws, but for the better?

May 9, 2017 by John Thompson

The Liberal government is reviewing Canada's terror laws and questioning the need for some of them
Credit: TU-KA

Since 2,996 people were murdered in the 9/11 attacks in 2001, Canada has passed a fairly comprehensive set of counter-terrorism laws. The last update was in C-51 in 2015, and a review is underway in Parliament – as the Liberals promised. How much will they change, and why? Counter-terrorism almost invariably … Read More