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Ches Parsons

Last published Feb. 2026 · On our record since 2026

Where this writer stands

Foreign affairs1 piece

Alliance restraintAssertive alliances and sanctions
“This moment requires sustained diplomatic engagement with our allies and a clear Canadian position that any sanctions relief, regulatory easing and stabilization assistance related to Syria must be tied to verifiable detention security, international monitoring access and non-release commitments.” Read the piece

Immigration1 piece

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“Several of these cases involved foreign-born suspects who entered Canada through asylum or student visa channels, often without sufficient vetting, raising serious questions about security screening gaps.” Read the piece

Public safety1 piece

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“It also demands intensified intelligence co-ordination, watchlisting and border-screening co-operation with partners in anticipation of increased movement risk.” Read the piece

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