Budget Funds No Quick Security Fix: Experts

Apr 23, 2015

OTTAWA-Analysts say hundreds of millions of dollars of promised new security spending in the federal budget will not be an instant solution to national law-enforcement challenges.

The budget doles out almost $293 million over five years to police and intelligence agencies for additional resources to fight extremism.

University of Ottawa security expert Wesley Wark notes just $18 million of this money is earmarked for 2015-16, despite apparently pressing needs, particularly at the RCMP.

Concerns about homegrown extremism have prompted the Mounties to move more than 600 officers to counter-terrorism duties from investigating organized crime, espionage and other serious offences.

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Video: Industry–University Collaborations in Swine Research - Dr. Jordan Gebhardt and Matt Einarson

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Jordan Gebhardt from Kansas State University and Matt Einarson from SAM Nutrition explore how academic–industry partnerships are driving innovation in swine nutrition. They share how collaborations support graduate training, create credibility, and translate research into practical strategies for producers. Discover real trial outcomes, sustainability initiatives, and why bridging science with industry is essential for the future. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The partnership with universities allows research to stay current, answering real questions that nutritionists and producers are asking today." - Dr. Jordan Gebhardt

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