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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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Top Requested COVID-19 Business Resources

JAN 21, 2021

We've curated thetop requested resources to help companies navigate the business implications of COVID-19. This page is updated as new resources become available. Learn about Canada's Vaccination Plan Vi...

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

JAN 13, 2021

Join our COVID-19 Defence Industry Check-In Call on Jan. 21 Given the recentCOVID-19 restrictionsannounced in Ontario and Quebec described below, CADSI wants to know howthese measures are impacting your b...

Partners in Economic Restart: A Fiscally Neutral Agenda Supported by Canada's Defence and Security Industries

SEP 09, 2020

As the Government of Canada seeks ideas and opportunities to drive growth, investment, and employment into the Canadian economy following the COVID-19 crisis, CADSI has proposed four key recommendations ahead of the...

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

JUN 23, 2020

Dear Member, Please find below CADSI's latest update as we keep you informed of policy decisions and news affecting your business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hearfrom Innovative Solutions Canadathis Thursday, ...

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

JUN 09, 2020

Dear Member, Please find below CADSI's latest update as we keep you informed of policy decisions and news affecting your business during the COVID-19 pandemic.   Reserve your spot for our DefenceIndustry Che...

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

MAY 26, 2020

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

MAY 12, 2020

Dear Member, Please find below CADSI's latest update as we keep you informed of policy decisions and news affecting your business during the COVID-19 pandemic.   Join us Thursday, May 14to learn ho...

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

MAY 06, 2020

Dear Member, Today, DND released a Directive regarding the use and requirements of non-medical face masks for CAF members, DND staff, contractors and visitors.To prevent the transmission of COVID-19, non-m...

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

MAY 01, 2020

Dear Member,    Please find below CADSI’s latest update as we keep you informed of policy decisionsand newsaffectingyour business during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Embedded Contractor Grant...

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

APR 28, 2020

Dear Member,    Please find below CADSI’s latest update as we keep you informed of policy decisionsand newsaffectingyour business during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Don't miss our Defence Industry Check-In...

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CADSI wants to know how COVID-19 restrictions and associated regulatory measures are impacting your business. Register for our industry call, taking place on January 21.

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