Privy Council Office Publishes Mandate Letter for National Security and Intelligence Advisor
November 25, 2024
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Privy Council Office (PCO) published the mandate letter for the National Security and Intelligence Advisor (NSIA). The NSIA is a key member of the Prime Minister’s National Security Advisory Committee, providing independent advice on matters of national security and intelligence.
The mandate letter outlines the following key responsibilities for the NSIA:
- Provide timely and objective advice to the Prime Minister on national security and intelligence issues. This includes advising on emerging threats, risks, and opportunities, as well as on Canada’s response to these challenges.
- Oversee the development and implementation of Canada’s national security and intelligence policies. This includes working with other government departments and agencies to ensure that Canada’s national security and intelligence activities are aligned with the government’s overall priorities.
- Coordinate and collaborate with domestic and international partners on national security and intelligence matters. This includes representing Canada in international forums and working with other countries to address shared threats and challenges.
- Provide oversight of the intelligence community. This includes monitoring the activities of Canada’s intelligence agencies to ensure that they are operating in a lawful and responsible manner.
- Undertake special projects and assignments as directed by the Prime Minister. This could include conducting reviews of specific national security issues or representing Canada in international negotiations.
The NSIA is a non-partisan position, appointed by the Governor General on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. The current NSIA is David Vigneault, who was appointed in 2021.
The publication of the mandate letter is a welcome step towards greater transparency and accountability in Canada’s national security and intelligence activities. By providing clear guidance on the role and responsibilities of the NSIA, the mandate letter will help to ensure that the NSIA is able to provide independent and effective advice to the Prime Minister on matters of national security and intelligence.
Privy Council Office Publishes Mandate Letter for National Security and Intelligence Advisor
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