The Killing Game by Mark Bourrie

“The Killing Game” is a book written by Mark Bourrie, published in 2013. The book is a historical account of the Canadian government’s covert operations during the Cold War era, particularly its efforts to identify and neutralize perceived threats to national security.

The book focuses on the activities of the RCMP Security Service and CSIS, the Canadian intelligence agency, and their use of controversial tactics such as wiretapping, surveillance, and infiltration to gather intelligence on suspected subversives, activists, and dissidents.

Mark Bourrie draws on extensive archival research and interviews with former intelligence officers to provide a detailed and insightful account of the Canadian government’s covert operations during the Cold War era. He also examines the impact of these operations on Canadian society and politics, particularly in relation to civil liberties and the democratic process.

Overall, “The Killing Game” is a thought-provoking and well-researched book that sheds light on a little-known aspect of Canadian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of intelligence and its impact on civil liberties and democratic governance.