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Recent Attacks in Canada Highlight Need for More Openness on National Security

Recent Attacks in Canada Highlight Need for More Openness on National Security
Police surround Edmonton City Hall during an investigation on Jan. 23, 2024. The Canadian Press/Jason Franson
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There is an old adage associated with spy agencies when asked a simple question: “I can neither confirm nor deny what you have just told me.” There is also the less serious, “I could tell you but then I’d have to kill you,” but we will set that one aside, as it is silly.

Phil Gurski
Phil Gurski
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Phil Gurski spent 32 years working at Canadian intelligence agencies and is a specialist in terrorism. He is the author of six books on terrorism.
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