Move Canada’s Defence Industry Forward

Join CADSI today to influence decisions and access opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.

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Discover Policy and Advocacy Resources

CADSI supports members with individual services and leads sector wide advocacy that strengthens Canada’s defence and security industry.

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Connect with Military Leaders Defining Canada’s Defence Future

CAF Outlooks brings together industry and the Canadian Armed Forces to discuss future priorities and capabilities.

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Be Part of Canada’s Premier Defence Event

CANSEC brings together 21,500+ industry and government leaders to showcase innovation, build partnerships, and advance Canada’s defence readiness.

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Grow Your Defence Business with CADSI

Strengthen your position in Canada’s defence market.

Connect with decision-makers, access new opportunities, and accelerate your company’s growth.

Large Defence Companies

Connect with government decision-makers, gain early intelligence on major procurements, and showcase your capabilities on the domestic and global stages.

Boost Your Sales Pipeline
SMALL & MEDIUM BUSINESSES (SMBs)

Be seen by government buyers, connect with prime contractors, and access insights that help you compete and grow.

Accelerate Your Growth
Emerging Tech Companies

Break into Canada’s defence market, understand procurement pathways, and demonstrate your digital and cyber innovations to the right audiences.

Enter the Defence Market
government & military partners

Partner with CADSI to engage with industry innovators, discover emerging capabilities, and collaborate on advancing Canada’s defence and security priorities.

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Membership Benefits

Unlock exclusive access to events, resources, and industry insights designed to keep your business connected and competitive.

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Advocacy In Action

See how CADSI’s advocacy drives national policy change and ensures a strong, resilient, and competitive Canadian defence industrial base.

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global reach

Take your capabilities worldwide. Join Canadian delegations at major international trade shows and connect with global buyers and partners.

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Upcoming Events

Stay connected with the industry’s most influential gatherings.

International
DSEI Germany 2027
Mar
09
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Mar 12, 2027
Hannover, Germany

Join the Canada Pavilion at DSEI Germany. DSEI Germany is a major platform for land forces, defence technology, and integrated security. The event brings together government, military, and industry decision makers from Germany, Europe, and allied nations.

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International
DSEI Japan
Apr
28
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Apr 30, 2027
Chiba, Japan

Join the Canada Pavilion Walker Program at DSEI Japan. DSEI Japan is the region’s only large scale, integrated defence and security exhibition. The event brings together government, military, and industry leaders from Japan and allied nations.

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CANSEC 2027
Jun
02
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Jun 3, 2027
Ottawa, Ontario

Canada's Global Defence & Security Trade Show presented by CADSI

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International
DSEI UK 2027
Sep
07
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Sep 10, 2027
London, UK

Join the Canada Pavilion at DSEI UK. DSEI UK is a leading global defence and security exhibition, bringing together government, military, and industry leaders from the UK, NATO allies, and partner nations

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The CADSI Advantage

Our CADSI membership keeps us connected to the right people, the right conversations, and the right opportunities. Highly recommended.

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CADSI Member, Emerging Tech

A CADSI room is always the right room for us; it’s the people. Every event, every connection feels like being part of something bigger.

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CADSI Member, SMB

We’ve met partners, signed deals, and found a real sense of community here. CADSI opened doors we didn’t even consider.

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CADSI Member, SMB

Media & Insights

Stay informed with the latest defence industry updates, statements, and stories from across Canada’s defence and security ecosystem.

$11.1B
and growing
Canada’s defence sector contributes $11.1 billion annually to Canada's GDP

Discover how CADSI’s advocacy drives growth, innovation, and sovereign capability

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