2025 Redesign

Announcements

ISED & CADSI Release the State of Canada's Defence Industry Report

May 21, 2026

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.

The 2025 CADSI Event Calendar is Here!

December 10, 2024

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.

CAF Outlooks 2020: COVID-19 Update

March 24, 2020

CADSI is exploring alternative options for the CAF Outlooks program amid COVID-19. Program updates will be shared April 1, with cancellations and refunds accepted until April 6. Member health remains paramount.

Important notice about CADSI 2019 Annual General Meeting

March 24, 2020

CADSI’s Annual General Meeting will now be held via teleconference on March 31 due to COVID-19 restrictions. Members must register by March 30 to receive connection details and participate.

CADSI's operating remotely

March 24, 2020

Following health authority guidance, CADSI has closed its offices to the public. Staff continue working remotely and remain fully accessible during business hours by phone and email to support members.

COVID-19 Membership Update – PSPC Supplier Update, PSPC Procurement Extensions, Improving your Cyber Security

March 27, 2020

CADSI updates members on urgent PPE requests, government procurement changes, and increased cyber risks. Defence companies are urged to adapt production, monitor solicitations, and strengthen cybersecurity as Canada responds to COVID-19 challenges.

COVID-19 Membership Update – CADSI Secures Clear Federal Guidance on Essential Services that Recognize Defence and Security

April 3, 2020

CADSI secured federal guidance recognizing defence and security as essential services. Updates include new business support measures, wage subsidies, and B.C.’s essential services list. CADSI continues assisting members in navigating COVID-19 impacts.

COVID-19 Membership Update — CADSI Launches Weekly Check-In Calls, CBRN, U.S. Government COVID Resource Page

April 8, 2020

CADSI launches weekly check-in calls to support members during COVID-19. Updates include the Canadian Business Resiliency Network, a Statistics Canada survey, and U.S. DoD COVID-19 resources for defence contractors.

COVID-19 Membership Update - Government Concludes Export Permit Review, Share Your Contributions to COVID-19, New R&D Challenge

April 9, 2020

Canada completes review of Saudi export permits, committing to rigorous oversight under UN standards. CADSI urges members to share COVID-19 contributions, join check-in calls, and explore NRC’s $6M N95 filtration innovation challenge.

COVID-19 Membership Update - Connecting PPE supply with demand, funding for innovators to fight COVID-19, new guidance for managing cyber threats

April 15, 2020

CADSI urges members to share PPE contributions via GATEWAY and survey. Innovative Solutions Canada offers funding for COVID-19 prototypes, while new cyber guidance helps firms work securely from home during the crisis.

COVID-19 Membership Update – Physical distancing guidance for manufacturers, more support for small business, cyber update

April 17, 2020

CADSI shares workplace distancing guidelines and safety resources, highlights new federal support for small businesses, and points members to Canadian Cyber Defence Force updates on emerging COVID-19-related cyber threats.

COVID-19 Membership Update – Defending Canada against COVID-19, Cargo Challenges, NATO Innovation Hub, CADSI Weekly Check-In Calls

April 22, 2020

CADSI highlights member contributions to Canada’s COVID-19 response, addresses cargo disruptions, shares NATO innovation challenges, and invites industry to weekly check-in calls to navigate policies, relief measures, and global supply chain impacts.

COVID-19 Membership Update – CEWS Applications Open Soon, NRC IRAP Assistance Available, Frequently Requested Resources

April 24, 2020

CADSI shares updates on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, NRC IRAP Innovation Assistance Program, and its expanded COVID-19 resource page to help defence businesses access support, funding, and guidance during the pandemic.

COVID-19 Membership Update - Don’t miss our Defence Industry Check-In! PPE & Sanitization Needs, Wage Subsidy & Commercial Rents, BDC & EDC Effectiveness

April 29, 2020

CADSI invites members to join the Defence Industry Check-In call, share PPE needs, access new EDC and BDC funding, and apply for the federal wage subsidy to support workers during COVID-19.

COVID-19 Membership Update - Embedded Contractors, Reopening the Economy, Commercial Rent Assistance

May 1, 2020

CADSI updates members on temporary contractor access to Controlled Goods, national and provincial reopening plans, and the new Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program, while continuing to advocate for defence industry needs.

COVID-19 Membership Update – NEW! Public Health Measures and Personal Protection at DND Facilities

May 6, 2020

DND issues a directive requiring non-medical face coverings at CAF/DND facilities, outlining new Personal Health Measures, PPE use, and providing assembly instructions to support workplace safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Membership Update – Defence Spending, Controlled Goods Update, PPE Needs

May 13, 2020

CADSI invites members to a Defence Industry Check-In on May 14 with Avascent’s Doug Berenson, and provides updates on Controlled Goods certificates, PPE requirements, and federal COVID-19 programs affecting the defence sector.

COVID-19 Membership Update – Business Resumption Planning, New IDEaS Challenges, Resources for Businesses

May 27, 2020

CADSI invites members to a May 28 Check-In with Rear Admiral Christopher Earl on DND/CAF resumption planning, introduces new IDEaS innovation challenges, and shares federal COVID-19 business resources and support programs.

COVID-19 Membership Update: Economic Recovery Planning, PPE Procurements and Accessing Supply, Additional Resources

October 6, 2020

CADSI invites members to a June 11 Check-In with ISED’s Kasi McMicking on economic recovery, while sharing PPE supply resources, procurement opportunities, and updated federal tools to support defence businesses during COVID-19.

COVID-19 Membership Update: Join the Check-In Call, CERB Extension, CADSI initiatives update

June 24, 2020

CADSI hosts a June 25 Check-In with Innovative Solutions Canada, highlights CERB extensions, and pauses regular COVID-19 updates for summer while reaffirming advocacy, resources, and support for defence businesses through ongoing recovery.

COVID-19 Membership Update: Ontario issues State of Emergency, stay-at-home orders; CADSI to host industry check-in call

January 13, 2021

CADSI invites members to a Jan. 21 Check-In on COVID-19 restrictions in Ontario and Quebec, sharing industry impacts with government while highlighting essential services definitions, workplace safety requirements, and ongoing lockdown measures.

Top Requested COVID-19 Business Resources

March 24, 2022

CADSI updates its curated COVID-19 resource page with the latest travel, vaccination, workplace safety, financial support, and DND-specific information to help Canadian defence businesses navigate evolving pandemic challenges.

Here are our must-attend events for 2023

December 6, 2022

CADSI announces its 2023 events lineup, including CAF Outlooks, CANSEC, and international trade shows. Members can access exclusive insights, networking opportunities, and policy expertise while showcasing Canadian defence and security capabilities worldwide.

CADSI Announces New Chair of its Board of Directors

May 18, 2025

CADSI announces Bernard Mills, CEO of Stelia Aerospace North America, as its new Board Chair. Mills succeeds Kevin Ford, bringing strategic focus to Canada’s defence and security industries at a pivotal time.

Our 2024 Event Calendar is now live

December 6, 2023

CADSI unveils its 2024 event calendar, offering members exclusive access to CAF and government insights, international showcases under the Canada Pavilion, and premier networking opportunities across defence, security, and emerging technologies.

CADSI is hiring a Business Development Manager

September 6, 2024

CADSI is hiring a Business Development Manager to drive growth, expand member value, and strengthen industry partnerships. The full-time Ottawa-based role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to shape Canada’s defence sector.