Supporting Canadian Industry to Strengthen Canada’s Defence
Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy sets out a framework so Canadian industry plays a central role in generational efforts to rearm, rebuild and reinvest in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Understanding Priorities and Needs
The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces identify the equipment, technology and capabilities the military needs, and share these priorities with Canadian industry so they know what to build and support over the long term. This includes identifying and supporting the domestic development of sovereign capabilities identified in the Strategy.
Government Programs and Funding for the Defence Industry
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s defence concierge service acts as a single point of contact for businesses. It helps Canadian companies find and access government programs, funding, and support. The service connects companies to the right people and resources across government and is especially helpful for small and medium-sized businesses that are new to the defence sector.
Procurement Modernization
The Defence Investment Agency (DIA) serves as the central hub for Canadian defence investments. It will accelerate defence procurement by modernizing and simplifying processes, delivering faster results without compromising accountability.
Scaling and Growth
Business Development Bank of Canada’s $6B Defence Platform combines financing, advisory services, and venture capital to help Canadian businesses scale, strengthen capabilities, and launch new technologies to support Canada's defence priorities.
Expanding Defence Exports
Global Affairs Canada's Trade Commissioner Service promotes international competitiveness, provides market insights, personalized advice, and connections to partners abroad, and helps businesses access funding programs like CanExport.
Export Development Canada offers financing, investment solutions, insurance and market expertise to help Canadian companies pursue larger or more complex opportunities, scale operations and expand globally.