Jacob Tuckey

About

I am an early-career policy professional with a passion for defence and security issues in Canada and abroad. My research interests broadly centre on defence-industrial development, geopolitical risks, and more. I am currently on contract with Global Affairs Canada in the International Trade Branch, where I assist implementation of Canadian FTA commitments through analysis, monitoring, and stakeholder management. All views expressed on this account are my own and do not necessarily represent those of the Government of Canada. I hold an MA from the University of Waterloo's Balsillie School, where I held a graduate fellowship, as well as a BBA in Strategic Management and International Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University. I also serve in a volunteer capacity with the MINDS-funded Network for Strategic Analysis, the NATO Association of Canada, and the Ottawa-based Plakhov Group. Always happy to connect with new people and exchange views on emerging topics!

Experience

• Trade Controls Officer at Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada
  Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

  International Trade Branch

• Graduate Research Fellow at Balsillie School of International Affairs
  Sep 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr

  Economic Security Team Project Released in Q1 2026

• Research Lead, Defence Policy Task Force at NATO Association of Canada
  Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 · 6 mos

  Special Policy Task Force on Canada's Defence Capabilities Report Released Q3 2025

• Compliance Risk and Diligence Intern at Kroll
  Jun 2024 - Sep 2024 · 4 mos

  Dual assignment: Compliance Risk & Diligence Forensic Investigations & Intelligence

• LBER - Laurier Business and Economics Review (2 yrs 8 mos)
  • Editor in Chief
    May 2023 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr

  • Vice President - Operations
    May 2022 - Apr 2023 · 1 yr

  • Technology Editor
    Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 · 8 mos