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Trade Mission: CANSEC | Ottawa

June 2, 2027 - June 3, 2027

Alberta has a significant opportunity to strengthen its role within Canada’s growing defence and security sector. Increased investments in defence spending, military modernization, cybersecurity, Arctic sovereignty, and domestic industrial capacity are creating new opportunities for Canadian businesses to participate in procurement, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

CANSEC is Canada’s premier defence, security, and emerging technology event, bringing together defence contractors, technology companies, government officials, military leadership, procurement specialists, and international delegations. As the country’s leading forum for business development and partnership building, CANSEC provides direct access to the organizations shaping Canada’s defence and security future.

With more than 21,500 attendees, 300+ exhibitors, 100+ international delegations, and thousands of business meetings taking place over two days, CANSEC provides direct access to organizations shaping Canada’s defence and security future.

Why Attend?

  • Connect with key decision-makers from government, military, procurement, and industry organizations shaping Canada’s defence and security priorities.
  • Explore new opportunities in defence, cybersecurity, aerospace, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and critical infrastructure.
  • Build strategic partnerships with prime contractors, technology companies, suppliers, and innovators across Canada and allied markets.
  • Gain valuable industry insights into emerging technologies, procurement priorities, and the future of Canada’s defence and security ecosystem.
  • Showcase your capabilities and strengthen your organization’s profile within one of Canada’s fastest-growing sectors.

 

Who Should Attend?

This mission may be particularly valuable for:

  • Advanced manufacturing companies
  • Aerospace organizations
  • Cybersecurity firms
  • Artificial intelligence and technology providers
  • Engineering and consulting firms
  • Defence and security suppliers
  • Industrial and energy technology companies
  • Research and innovation organizations
  • Economic development agencies
  • Businesses interested in government procurement opportunities

Participating businesses MUST be a member of CANSEC to attend this event.

CANSEC’s structured meeting program facilitates thousands of business-to-business and business-to-government meetings designed to create meaningful commercial outcomes.

Event Highlights

  • 21,500+ Attendees
  • 300+ Exhibitors
  • 100+ International Delegations
  • 5,270+ B2B & B2G Meetings
  • 79 Government Leaders and Elected Officials
  • $1 Billion+ in Annual Business Opportunities
  • Canada’s Largest Defence & Security Trade Show

Travel and Accommodation 
If you are selected for the mission, you will receive a welcome email with travel information, accommodation details, briefing materials, and other key mission information.

*No refunds. Transfers are allowed within your company for the same mission. 

For more information, please contact:

Sherrie Sawkey
Program Manager
Ssawkey@abchamber.ca

Details

Start:
June 2, 2027
End:
June 3, 2027
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  • Website:
    https://www.defenceandsecurity.ca/en/events-/flagship-events/cansec

    Organizer

    Alberta Chambers of Commerce
    Phone:
    780-425-4180 ext7
    Email:
    sknorr@abchamber.ca
    View Organizer Website

    Venue

    Ottawa, Ontario