Across land, sea, air, cyber, and space, our flagship events unite the leaders who define Canada’s defence and security future.
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CADSI's International Program provides members with coordinated delegation support, preferred rates, and strategic market access at major global defence events.
Our members contribute billions to Canada's economy, employ thousands of skilled workers, and deliver critical capabilities that protect our nation and allies.
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Canada’s defence sector grew steadily across all key industrial indicators in the aftermath of the global pandemic, new data shows, and is well positioned to help protect Canada’s sovereignty and strengthen its strategic autonomy at a time of global disruption and change.
In reaction to U.S. tariffs, Christyn Cianfarani, President & CEO of the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI), today issued the following statement.
Discover CADSI’s must-attend events for 2025, tailored to connect, inform, and inspire the defence and security community. From key networking opportunities to impactful discussions, the CADSI 2025 Events Calendar is your gateway to advancing your goals and staying at the forefront of the industry.
Join the Canadian Delegation at AUSA 2027
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.
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.
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
Canada's Global Defence & Security Trade Show presented by CADSI
Join CADSI at AUSA’s Annual Meeting. Walker Program members gain unmatched access to U.S. leaders, insights, and global defence opportunities.
Christyn Cianfarani calls on Canada to confront decline, invest in sovereign capability, and unite industry, government and citizens to strengthen defence, prosperity and future readiness.
At CANSEC, CADSI frames Canada’s defence-industrial ambitions as a shared national project — spotlighting innovation, global partnership, and the critical role of Canadian firms in advancing security and procurement excellence.
Christyn Cianfarani urges Canada to shift from transactional defence procurements toward sustained strategic partnerships - insisting transparency, trust, and stronger industrial capacity must underpin Canada’s commitment to NATO and national sovereignty.
CADSI’s 2025 Annual Report reflects a year of significant growth, heightened national attention on defence, and expanded engagement across government, industry, the Canadian Armed Forces, and international partners.
A look at why Canada should meet NATO’s 2% of GDP defence spending target, outlining the economic and security risks of falling short, key stakeholder positions, and four immediate policy actions to strengthen national defence investment.
