Right-sized options for every organization in Canada’s defence and security industries. Select the category that best fits your organization to view pricing and benefits.
Corporate plans are open to Canadian registered, private sector commercial companies whose business includes defence and security operations in Canada.
Corporate membership fees are calculated based on your organization's size, inclusive of all subsidiaries and business lines.
Ideal for emerging companies building their presence in Canada’s defence and security sector.
For growing businesses ready to expand their reach and partnerships.
choose smallDesigned for established firms seeking stronger visibility and collaboration opportunities.
choose mediumFor major enterprises pursuing strategic influence and leadership within Canada’s defence industry.
choose largeFor organizations aligned with Canada’s defence and security community.
Associate plans are open to educational institutions, media, Canadian non-commercial organizations, and international companies whose business includes defence and security but do not qualify for corporate membership.
For accredited educational institutions contributing to Canada’s defence research and innovation.
For media organizations covering national defence, technology, and security.
For Canadian non-commercial organizations, not-for-profit organizations and registered, private-sector companies that do not qualify for Corporate membership and whose business include defence and/or security.
For foreign private-sector companies seeking to engage with Canada’s defence market.
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Quickly set up your profile once and access valuable resources on myCADSI, our secure portal.
Provide us with some basic info about you and your organization to ensure we can provide the most value.
We’ll review and validate the info provided in your application before membership fees are charged.
Help shape Canada’s defence and security policies through committee participation and direct government engagement.
Access to CANSEC, CAF Outlooks, Cyber and Digital Outlooks, and global industry missions.
Access GATEWAYintel, myResources, and GATEWAYcapabilities for verified data, market insights, and business intelligence.
Join over 1,000 respected companies aligned with Canada’s national defence and security mission.
CADSI membership has been invaluable for connecting with government stakeholders and navigating Canadian defence procurement. The networking ROI alone has been exceptional.
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view all membership faqsCorporate members must be Canadian private-sector companies with active defence and/or security operations in Canada.
Associate membership is open to educational institutions, media organizations, non-commercial organizations, and international companies engaging with Canada’s defence industry.
Membership runs from January 1 to December 31. Membership fees are non-refundable, non-transferable, and not prorated.
CADSI accepts payment by credit card, bank transfer, or cheque.
Membership applies to the organization. All employees gain access to member benefits once your company is approved.
Fees are based on your organization’s total global employee count, including subsidiaries and business lines.
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