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Large defence firms, primes, and OEMs define Canada’s industrial capacity and global defence posture. Your programs, supply chains, and long-term investments shape Canada’s ability to build, sustain, and modernize sovereign capability.
CADSI ensures your leadership is reflected in national defence policy, procurement frameworks, and industrial strategy. Through structured engagement and trusted platforms, we connect you directly with federal decision-makers, senior military leadership, and allied partners.
Shape national defence priorities and influence procurement, industrial participation, and innovation frameworks that govern Canada’s defence landscape.
Gain early insight into capability priorities, emerging programs, and policy developments through CADSI’s briefings and trusted industry channels.
Engage at CANSEC and other national platforms that convene senior CAF leadership, federal departments, allied delegations, and industry partners.
Contribute directly to policy recommendations and strategic discussions shaping Canada’s defence industrial posture.
CADSI convenes Canada’s senior government officials, military leaders, allied partners, and industry executives in structured forumsthat inform procurement direction and industrial growth. From CANSEC to CAF Outlooks, Cyber & Digital Outlooks and our robust international program, these platforms provide access, insight, and strategic alignment that support long-term program planning and investment.
Canada’s largest defence industry event. Engage directly with senior CAF leadership, government officials, and international delegations.
Strategic briefings from the Canadian Armed Forces. Gain insight into force development, procurement direction, and long-term capability planning.
Focused dialogue on digital modernization, cyber operations, and emerging technologies shaping Canada’s defence environment.
Showcase Canadian capability within allied markets and strengthen Canada’s role in collective defence supply chains.
Large defence firms and OEMs play a defining role in Canada’s sovereign capability priorities. Through CADSI’s operating committees, your organization contributes directly to policy recommendations, procurement reform discussions, sustainment strategy, digital transformation, and emerging technology integration.
Committee participation ensures your perspective informsnational advocacy and strengthens alignment between government investment andindustry capacity.
Contribute to procurement frameworks, industrial participation models, and strategic recommendations presented to senior government officials.
Collaborate with leaders shaping secure digital infrastructure and next-generation defence systems.
Collaborate with WiDS to advance mentorship, recognition, and professional development that strengthen Canada’s defence talent pipeline.
Participate in specialized groups addressing evolving priorities including AI, data security, export controls, industrial participation, sustainment, and supply chain resilience.
CADSI advocates for a policy and procurement environmentthat supports large defence firms and their supply chains. We deliver evidence-based recommendations to federal leaders, promote predictable procurement frameworks, and reinforce Canada’s domestic production capacitywithin allied markets.
Our advocacy supports industrial investment confidence,export positioning, and long-term capability development.
Large defence firms rely on a strong domestic ecosystem. CADSI connects primes and OEMs with Canadian innovators, SMBs, academic institutions, and technology partners aligned with sovereign capability priorities.
Discover the companies within Canada’s defence and security landscape. Search by capability, region, or sector to identify trusted partners, subcontractors, and emerging innovators.
Access curated market intelligence and policy insights. Stay informed on procurement updates, emerging programs, and industry trends that impact your business strategy.
Access members-only resources, reports, and policy updates in one secure, centralized hub designed to support your strategic planning.
CADSI membership ensures your organization is represented in the policy discussions, procurement reforms, and industrial strategies shaping Canada’s defence future.
We provide structured access to decision-makers, national platforms for engagement, and advocacy that strengthens your position within Canada’s sovereign capability priorities and allied defence markets.
Leverage CADSI’s national defence, security, and emerging tech platforms to reach key decision-makers where they are.
Join Canada's premier defence and security association today. Our team is here to help you find the right membership tier and get connected with the opportunities that matter most to your organization.
Join Canada's premier defence and security association today. Our team is here to help you find the right membership tier and get connected with the opportunities that matter most to your organization.
