Neil Bisson, President of the Ottawa-Gatineau Chapter of the Pillar Society and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network, recently spoke with Jeremie Charron of CTV News to discuss findings from the latest Canadian Security Intelligence Service Annual Report.

A key concern highlighted in the report is the increasing involvement of youth in counter-terrorism investigations. According to CSIS, 1 in 10 such investigations now involves individuals under the age of 18, with some as young as 13.

In the interview, Neil outlines how online environments—driven by constant connectivity, algorithmic exposure, and peer-driven influence—are creating conditions where vulnerable and impressionable youth can be targeted and radicalized by extremist actors.

This emerging trend underscores the need for greater awareness across communities, including parents, educators, and policymakers.

The interview starts at the 9 minute mark:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpWM6zet5S0