DEFENCE DECONSTRUCTED PODCAST

July 4, 2025

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In this episode of #DefenceDeconstructed we sit down with Arianne Reza and James Davies. In this final episode of our National Shipbuilding Strategy series, we explore the growing role of Davie Shipyard in partnership with the Government of Canada. We look at Davie’s development over the years, its integration into the Strategy, and how it contributes to strengthening Canada’s shipbuilding capabilities, economy, and national security.

Guest bios:

• Arianne Reza is the Deputy Minister for Public Services and Procurement Canada.

• James Davies is the President and CEO of Davie Shipyard.

Host bio:

• David Perry is President and CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute

Recommended Readings:

• "Inflection Point: How to Reverse the Erosion of U.S. and Allied Military Power and Influence" by David A. Ochmanek et al.

• Parkinson's Law, and Other Studies in Administration by Cyril Northcote Parkinson

• Values by Mark Carney

Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding.

Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll