National Post
Tom Lawson
Last published Jan. 2026 · On our record since 2025
Where this writer stands
Defence1 piece
Restrain spending and deploymentsHigher spending and more capability
“if Ottawa does cross the two per cent threshold by March, it will have demonstrated something important: that Canada is serious about stepping up its military capabilities, and ensuring we are better placed to respond to threats in this increasingly uncertain world.” Read the piece
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Recent work
- Opinion: Rebuilding the military isn't making headlines, but it's happeningOpinion · National Post · Jan 25, 2026
- Opinion: Vimy Award recipient Michelle Douglas is a woman of conscienceOpinion · National Post · Sep 12, 2025
- Opinion: Review of F-35 fighter jet purchase should heed lessons from the pastOpinion · National Post · Aug 1, 2025
- Tom Lawson: Dumping the F-35 would hurt Canada far more than the U.S.Opinion · National Post · Mar 24, 2025