Chris Schafer, B.A. (Laurier), M.A. (Western), LL.B. (Osgoode Hall), is an Associate in the Advocacy Department and Government Relations Practice Group at the Ottawa Office of Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP. He previously worked at the Fraser Institute, the Cato Institute, and the Office of the Leader of the Official Opposition. A published author, Chris has written several studies and articles on public policy and legal issues. Chris also sits on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Constitution Foundation.

Articles By Chris Schafer

C2C's Exclusive Interview with (Retired) General Rick Hillier: Former Canadian Chief of the Defence Staff

by Chris Schafer on June 22, 2009

Former General Rick Hillier, CMM, MSC, CD, a native of Newfoundland, served as the Canadian Chief of the Defence Staff from February 4, 2005 to July 1, 2008. C2C editor Chris Schafer interviewed Mr. Hillier recently on his thoughts on Canada’s role in the world and Afghanistan.

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Interview: Iain T. Benson

by Chris Schafer on November 26, 2009

An interview with Iain T. Benson, Senior Associate Counsel, Miller Thomson LLP, and former Executive Director, Centre for Cultural Renewal in Ottawa, Ontario, conducted November 10 th , 2009.

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