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The place to exchange thoughts about what is happening in the world
and what it means for Canadians.
On June 8th the CIC released Open Canada: A Global Positioning Strategy for a Networked Age.
Release of the report is just the beginning. We want it to encourage vigorous discussion about directions for Canada.
The Foreign Exchange welcomes comments on any aspects of international affairs, but let's start with reactions to Open Canada.
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