How can you capitalize on a rapidly expanding market?
The Canadian defence market is experiencing rapid growth: federal investments are increasing, innovation is accelerating, and the priorities of the federal and provincial governments are converging—creating new business opportunities for local companies.
Access to this market remains complex, however, with demanding certifications, lengthy procurement processes, strict compliance standards, data security requirements, and high operational standards.
The Strategic Forum on Defence and Security, organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal, enables you to better understand this ecosystem, identify concrete opportunities for your business, and position your organization within emerging supply chains.
Why attend?
- To understand federal and provincial defence priorities
- To identify business opportunities linked to major national programs
- To access strategic insights into market needs
- To develop key partnerships and business relationships with prime contractors (public and private), suppliers, research centres, SMEs, and financial institutions
- To contribute to building a strong and innovative Quebec defence and security ecosystem
What you will learn?
Decoding the defence market
Discover key sector trends, federal program needs, and market realities through insights from industry leaders, experts, and companies already active in the field.
Equipping your business
Gain access to practical guidance to better navigate certifications, procurement processes, compliance requirements, and the technological expectations specific to the defence market.
Meeting strategic stakeholders
Engage with prime contractors, SMEs, financial institutions, research centres, and public-sector stakeholders to build lasting partnerships and position yourself within value chains.
Who is this forum for?
- SMEs and large companies active in or interested in defence and security
- Suppliers and subcontractors seeking to join the supply chains of major national programs
- Financial institutions and investors involved in strategic projects
- Research centres, universities, and dual-use technology companies
- Prime contractors and public and private decision-makers
Agenda
- 8:00 a.m. – Participant welcome and networking
- 8:30 a.m. – Conferences
- 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Networking lunch
- 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Panel sessions
- 4:00 p.m. – End of the event
A privileged gateway to the defence ecosystem
Seize this strategic moment to better understand the market, build business connections, and take part in mobilizing a Quebec defence and security ecosystem undergoing significant transformation.
Program overview
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Historic investments transforming the global defence and security market
Defence is experiencing a strong acceleration in investment, creating tangible opportunities for businesses. This module will help you understand the priorities of the Canadian government and its allies, as well as the sectors where spending is concentrated. Leave with a clear understanding of the opportunities to seize and the levers to activate in order to effectively position your company within the defence ecosystem.
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Montréal: A strategic industrial ecosystem supporting Canada’s ambitions
Montréal plays a key role in Canada’s defence ambitions. This module provides a clear view of the government’s procurement needs, the rules for accessing public markets, and concrete opportunities in the city’s strong sectors. Leave with the tools to effectively position your company within the defence value chain.
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From innovations to impact: Mobilizing our businesses to build tomorrow’s capabilities
Discover how innovation can translate into contracts and tangible impact in the defence sector. This module highlights the real journeys of innovative companies that have become suppliers to the federal government. Learn how to leverage emerging technologies and dual-use solutions to access new markets, and turn industrial and technological benefits (ITB) policies into a true growth lever for your business.