Meadow Lane Consulting provides expert insight and advisory support on issues at the intersection of military service, national security, and defence policy. Our work is informed by decades of operational and strategic experience, academic rigour, and a principled commitment to Canada’s long-term interests

The firm is led by Ryan Jurkowski, a retired Colonel with over 30 years in the Canadian Armed Forces. His service includes national and international deployments, senior roles in defence education, and academic specialization in civil-military relations and Canadian defence policy. Ryan is currently completing a PhD in War Studies, with research focused on Canadian defence and civil-military dynamics in the post–Cold War era

Our approach is shaped by operational credibility, research-driven clarity, and a commitment to helping Canadians navigate complex national security environments with confidence and purpose