National Security and Intelligence
The work that the security and intelligence community does every day makes a difference in the lives of all people who call Canada home. It helps safeguard our democracy and keep our communities safe.
Headed by the Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and National Security and Intelligence Advisor (DC/NSIA) to the Prime Minister, the Branch provides policy support to the Prime Minister, and the Clerk of the Privy Council. The Branch’s Secretariats coordinate operational and policy advice, in the areas of foreign affairs, defence, national security and intelligence.
About the National Security and Intelligence Branch at the Privy Council Office
Organization and mandate
Read about the organization and mandate of the National Security and Intelligence Advisor’s Branch.
Reports and publications
Read about National Security and Intelligence Advisor’s Branch activities, initiatives, and reporting.
National Security Transparency Commitment
Find out about the Government of Canada’s National Security Transparency Initiative.
Security Centre of Excellence
Supports departmental security across federal organizations: find job opportunities and career paths within various federal departments and agencies across Canada.
Security and Intelligence Threats to Elections Task Force
Find out about this whole-of-government working group that coordinates Government of Canada collection and analysis efforts concerning threats to Canada’s federal election processes.
Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister
Mandate Letter of the National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister
Statements
- Canada’s National Security and Intelligence Advisor, Nathalie G. Drouin, issued a statement on trip to India - September 20, 2025
- Statement from the Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister on second meeting with G7 National Security Advisors and Ukraine – March 28, 2025
- Statement from the Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister on meeting with G7 National Security Advisors and Ukraine – March 19, 2025
Features
Canada's Intelligence Priorities
The Intelligence Priorities are the foundation upon which the national security and intelligence community operates, and represents most vital factors to ensuring Canadian safety, security, and prosperity.
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