Early in the 21st century, with a foundering military, declining resources, and diplomacy dominated by the dollar, the nostalgia for an earlier, brighter time in Canadian foreign policy is strong. This volume, the 18th in the annual series, is a critical examination of Canada's capacity toparticipate as a serious player in global issues and an assessment of whether the country's power and influence in the world is fading--along with the once-glittering reputation. The point of departure is the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001, events that has brought to the fore serious questionsabout Canada's relationship with the United States--boarder management, immigration policy, and Canada's standing in Washington, for example. The collection also examines more generally recent national responses to international diplomatic, military, and humanitarian challenges. Among thecontributions by leading commentators, and academics are essays on military spending, Canada's role in the G-8, borders and immigration issues, the funding of terrorism, continental energy policy, international health concerns, and a Washington perspective.