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News and updates from the association
The CADSI News page provides links to the latest new releases, announcements and think pieces from the Association and its representatives on a wide range of security and defence issues.
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CADSI fights security clearance changes
Public Services and Procurement Canada is making changes to the Contract Security Program effective Sept. 1, 2021. Neither industry nor CADSI was consulted ahead of this announcement, and CADSI strenuously objects to them.
Mandatory Vaccines by October
The government will require all federal public-service employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by late October. This may affect some defence companies.
CMMC and a Quantum Leap!
The Department of Innovation, Science and Economic Development has launched public consultations to develop a National Quantum Strategy.