On 05 May 2026, the JALLC was honoured to host Her Excellency Ms. Élise Racicot, Ambassador of Canada to Portugal. The visit provided an opportunity to reinforce the ties between Canada and the JALLC, focusing on the shared commitment to NATO’s mission and the importance of evidence-based analysis for the Alliance.

The visit began with an office call with the Commander of the JALLC, Brigadier General Cristinel-Dumitru Colibaba. During their meeting, the Ambassador and the Commander discussed Canada’s significant and longstanding contributions to NATO, as well as the JALLC’s pivotal role in identifying and implementing lessons to ensure the Alliance remains agile and prepared for future challenges.

Following the office call, Ambassador Racicot received a comprehensive briefing on the JALLC’s mission, its key activities, and its diverse range of products. The briefing highlighted how the JALLC supports NATO’s decision-making process through joint analysis and how the centre serves as the custodian of NATO’s Lessons Learned process.

As a founding member of NATO, Canada plays a vital role in the Transatlantic link. Visits such as this are essential for fostering mutual understanding and ensuring that the work conducted at the JALLC remains aligned with the strategic priorities of Allied Nations.

The JALLC was delighted to host Ambassador Racicot and looks forward to continued cooperation with Canada as we work together to strengthen the Alliance through knowledge and experience.