Federal, Provincial, Municipal and Foreign Governments & Military

Partnering for Canada’s Defence Advantage

CADSI is proud to work alongside governments and publicly funded institutions at every level. We maintain close relationships with many federal departments and agencies, including the Department of National Defence, as well as connections to provincial governments and regional development agencies. Beyond Canada's borders, we work with NATO, allied embassies and international delegations to connect Canadian capability with global demand.

Through trusted collaboration and open dialogue, CADSI serves as the bridge between government, military, and industry, ensuring Canada’s defence and security priorities are informed, supported, and equipped by the best our national industrial base has to offer.

These partnerships make it possible to:

Facilitate policy and procurement dialogue between government and industry
Showcase Canadian industrial capability and innovation
Strengthen sovereign readiness and national resilience
Advance digital and technological transformation across Canada’s defence ecosystem

Events that Drive Insight, Access, and Collaboration

CADSI’s flagship events are platforms where government, military, and industry connect to align on Canada’s defence and security priorities.

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CANSEC

Canada’s largest defence, security, and emerging technology showcase brings together more than 15,000 registrants, including 5,000+ government and military attendees from over 60 nations.
Walk the floor, meet Canadian innovators, and experience firsthand the technologies that shape the future of defence.

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CAF Outlooks

See What’s Next for Defence and Digital Transformation

Exclusive briefings where DND, CAF, and defence procurement officials present their plans, priorities, and programs directly to industry. Engage with industry, share updates, and help shape the future of Canada’s defence capabilities.

Learn about CAF Outlooks
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Cyber and Digital Outlooks

Your Gateway to Canada’s Cyber and Digital Defence Market

An evolving forum for Canada’s cyber and digital defence leadership, including CAF Cyber Command, Shared Services Canada, and CSE,  to brief industry on modernization projects, digital transformation, and cyber resilience priorities.

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Industry Intelligence Hub

Access comprehensive insights into Canadian defence industrial capabilities, capacity, and innovation. CADSI provides credible industry perspective informing policy development and procurement decisions.

Engagement Platforms

Efficient access to 200+ defence companies through CANSEC, CAF Outlooks, policy consultations, and roundtables. We facilitate meaningful industry connections that drive national defence outcomes.

Capabilities & Solutions Access

Discover Canadian defence capabilities through our searchable database. Identify domestic suppliers, assess industrial capacity, and connect with companies offering solutions to emerging operational challenges.

Policy Consultation Channels

Leverage CADSI as your legitimate industry consultation partner. We provide credible, representative industry input on procurement modernization, regulatory frameworks, and national security policy.

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Defence sector contribution to Canadian GDP annually
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Member companies representing Canada's defence industrial base
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Government, military, and industry attendees at CANSEC annually
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Of Canadian defence companies are SMBs driving innovation
International Partnership & Presence

CADSI represents Canada on the world stage through the Canada Pavilion, bringing together Canadian companies, federal departments, provincial partners, and allied governments under one banner.

Each year, CADSI leads national delegations to premier global defence exhibitions supported by Canadian embassies and international partners. These missions open doors for collaboration, trade, and shared innovation in support of collective security.

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Upcoming Events

Access to Canadian defence industry expertise and capabilities

Shaping Canada’s Defence Industrial Policy

CADSI provides government and military stakeholders with direct insight into the industry’s capacity, challenges, and opportunities.

Through ongoing policy dialogue, committee engagement, and structured consultation, CADSI ensures that Canada’s industrial base remains aligned with government priorities and responsive to evolving operational needs.

Our advocacy work supports:
Defence procurement transparency and modernization
Economic growth and industrial resilience
SMB participation and equitable access
Innovation in digital, cyber, and emerging technologies
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Let’s Build Canada’s Defence Advantage, Together

Continue to engage, collaborate, and connect with CADSI. Your voice and leadership help shape the future of Canada’s defence, security, and digital transformation.

Position Your Technology Where Defence Needs It Most

Join cyber, space, AI, and emerging tech innovators gaining strategic advantage through defence sector expertise, decision-maker access, and innovation-focused platforms.

Join cyber, space, AI, and emerging tech innovators gaining strategic advantage through defence sector expertise, decision-maker access, and innovation-focused platforms.

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