Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025
October 28 - 29, 2025
Rogers Centre, Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Canada’s National Aerospace Event of the Year is BACK!
Be sure to join the hundreds of Canadian and international aerospace industry companies, thought leaders, executives, academia, and government, for the world-renowned Canadian Aerospace Summit.
Under the theme Challenges & Opportunities, the upcoming Summit will build on AIAC’s long history of showcasing the best that Canadian aerospace has to offer through an elite conference program, unparalleled networking opportunities, and collaboration with thought leaders and industry executives from around the globe.
Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025, contact us today to learn more about the program, sponsorship and opportunities to get involved:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors :
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors:

Supporter Sponsors:
Media Partners:

Why Attend?
Hear Expert Perspectives from the Greatest Minds in the Industry

The Summit is your opportunity to hear from aerospace thought leaders and influencers both in Canada around the world. Gain insights on current challenges, trends and emerging opportunities as leading experts from across the global aerospace community share their perspectives.
Network With Suppliers and Customers

The Summit’s B2B & Trade Show features the best-in-class Canadian aerospace capabilities and emerging technologies. Join top aerospace companies from around the world as they showcase their latest products and services, and gain one-on-one access to potential suppliers and customers through our exclusive B2B matchmaking program.

Register
Dinner and Leadership Luncheon are at capacity

Register now and get ready for two days of networking with senior executives and government representatives, engaging with innovative products and services featured at this year’s trade show, and learning about current challenges, opportunities and trends across the aerospace sector.
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| RATES | REGULAR | ||
| Participant – Members Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) and Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29) . |
$1,100 | ||
| Participant – Non-members Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) and Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29) . |
$1,300 | ||
| Participant – Government Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) . |
$550 | ||
| Participant – Student / Academia Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) . |
$550 | ||
| Individual tickets Annual Aerospace Dinner (Oct. 28) . |
$250 | ||
| Individual tickets Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29) . |
$125 | ||
| Exhibitor – Members Contact Mike Baker for exhibitor inquiries at mbaker@aiac.ca . |
$2,650 | ||
| Exhibitor – Non-members Contact Mike Baker for exhibitor inquiries at mbaker@aiac.ca . |
$3,550 | ||
| Corporate Tables Annual Aerospace Dinner (Oct. 28) – 8 seats & visibility on the table and in the menu. Contact Mike Baker for Aerospace Dinner inquiries at mbaker@aiac.ca . |
$2,750 | ||
| Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop October 28-29 . |
$525 |
Government rate is available for the following:
- Federal government officials and employees (canada.ca or gc.ca)
- Provincial government officials and employees
- Municipal government (cities) officials and employees
- Official governmental organisation/Institute (Armed Forces, Service Canada, etc.)
Academia rate is available for the following:
- University, college, public and private academic institute students and staff of Canada only
- Proof of enrollment will be required for students.
Questions about registration? Contact us:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Sponsorship
Support the Summit and gain privileged access to the leaders of the Canadian aerospace industries and to a highly-skilled, innovative market presenting significant potential for future growth.
Benefits of Sponsorship
Supporting the Canadian Aerospace Summit is your opportunity to gain visibility and unparalleled access to leaders from across Canada’s aerospace industries:
- take advantage of this unique opportunity to introduce your organization to aerospace leaders from around the world;
- position your brand next to Canada’s top aerospace companies and capitalize on exceptional visibility; and
- show your support the Canadian aerospace community by contributing to the success of this important event.
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in Canada’s national aerospace event of the year thanks to our high-visibility sponsorship program and trade show!
Contact us today to learn how you can get involved:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors :
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors:

Supporter Sponsors:
Media Partners:

Exhibit Hall & B2B
New Exhibit Hall location!

This year at the Canadian Aerospace Summit, the conference room and exhibit hall will run side by side, increasing foot traffic through your booth!
Contact us today to get involved in the B2B & Trade Show:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
New Exhibit Hall layout!

We’ve restructured the Summit tradeshow floorplan to drive more foot traffic through exhibit areas giving your company more exposure and better engagement.
Check out the new and improved floor plan and secure your premium booth space early for the best placement!
Contact us today to get involved in the B2B & Trade Show
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
The B2B & Trade Show is a one-day show featuring the best-in-class aerospace capabilities and cross-sector emerging niche technologies from around the world.
Don’t miss top Canadian and international companies showcasing their industry leading products and services, and your chance to gain one-on-one access to potential suppliers and customers through our exclusive B2B matchmaking program.

Contact us today to get involved in the B2B & Trade Show:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Speakers

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr
Secretary of State – Defence Procurement
Government of Canada
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The Honourable Mélanie Joly
Minister of Industry
Government of Canada
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The Honourable Steven MacKinnon
Minister of Transport
Government of Canada
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Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet
Commander
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
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Judith Bennett
Associate Assistant Deputy Minister (Materiel)
Department of National Defence
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Carl-Johan Bergholm
Senior Vice President Head of Business Area Surveillance
SAAB
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Matthew Bromberg
President and CEO
CAE
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Lisa Campbell
President
Canadian Space Agency
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David Coletto
Founder, Chair and CEO
Abacus Data
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Jean-Brice Dumont
Executive Vice President, Head of Air Power
Airbus Defence and Space
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Siobhan Harty
Senior Assistant Deputy Minister
Defence and Marine Procurement Branch
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Kendal Hembroff
Associate Assistant Deputy Minister Industry Sector
Innovation Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada
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Benoit Hudon
President and CEO
DRAKKAR
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Brian Love
President and Principal
Field Aerospace
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John Maris
Founder and President
Marinvent Group of Companies
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Al Meinzinger
President
Boeing Canada and Boeing Canada Operations Ltd
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Olivier Michalon
Executive Vice President Global Business
Airbus Helicopters
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Chris Niemann
President and CEO
Conair Aerial Firefighting
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Steve Patrick
Vice President
Bombardier Defence
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Martin Peryea
Chief Executive Officer
Jaunt Air Mobility
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Doug Russell
Global Aerospace and Defence Account Lead
Cohere
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Max Schramm
President and CEO
Lufthansa Technik Canada
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Bradley Schroeder
Director of Engineering
KF Aerospace
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Lisa Setlakwe
Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security
Transport Canada
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Program
Tuesday, October 28
| 7:00 am | Registration |
|---|---|
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 7:45 am | Joint Breakfast — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am – 5:30 pm | B2B Platform |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
B2B Lounge sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am – 6:30 pm | Exhibit Hall |
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
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| Conference Room | |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am | Welcoming Address Delegates’ Workshop – Joint Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Philippe Jr Ngassam, Director, National Aircraft Certification • Mike Mueller, President and CEO, AIAC |
| 9:00 am | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport, Government of Canada sponsored by ![]() |
| 9:30 am | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Max Schramm, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lufthansa Technik Canada |
| 10:00 am | Executive Panel |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Benoit Hudon, President and Chief Executive Officer, DRAKKAR • Chris Niemann, President and Chief Executive Officer, Conair Aerial Firefighting • Steve Patrick, Vice President, Bombardier Defense |
| 10:45 am | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| 11:30 am | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Doug Russell, Global Aerospace and Defence Account Lead, Cohere |
| 12:00 pm | Joint Networking Lunch — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 1:30 pm | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • David Coletto, Founder, Chair and CEO, Abacus Data |
| 2:00 pm | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Carl-Johan Bergholm, Senior Vice President and Head of Business Area Surveillance, Saab |
| 2:30 pm | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet, CD, Commander, Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) sponsored by ![]() |
| 3:00 pm | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| 3:45 pm | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Matthew Bromberg, President and Chief Executive Officer, CAE |
| 4:15 pm | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Lisa Campbell, President, Canadian Space Agency |
| 4:45 pm | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Martin Peryea, Chief Executive Officer, Jaunt Air Mobility |
| Day 1 Closing Remarks | |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Mike Mueller, President and CEO, AIAC |
| 5:30 pm | Annual Aerospace Reception (cocktail) |
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 6:30 pm | Annual Aerospace Dinner |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
Featuring Special Guest Speaker: • The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State – Defence Procurement, Government of Canada Dinner sponsored by ![]() James C. Floyd Award sponsored by TBD Lifetime Achievement Award sponsored by ![]() Small Business Innovation Technology Award sponsored by TBD Marc Garneau Award sponsored by ![]() Centerpieces sponsored by ![]() |
Wednesday, October 29
| 7:00 am | Registration |
|---|---|
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 7:45 am | Joint Breakfast — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| Conference Room | |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am | Joint Opening Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
DELEGATES EXECUTIVE PANEL Featuring: • Brian Love, President and Principle, Field Aerospace • John Maris, Founder and President, Marinvent Group of Companies • Bradley Schroeder, Director of Engineering, KF Aerospace |
| 9:00 am | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry, Government of Canada sponsored by ![]() |
| 9:30 am | Assistant Deputy Minister Panel |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Judith Bennett, Associate Assistant Deputy Minister (Materiel), Department of National Defence • Siobhan Harty, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Defence and Marine Procurement Branch • Kendal Hembroff, Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Industry Sector, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada • Lisa Setlakwe, Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security, Transport Canada |
| 10:15 am | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 10:30 am | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Al Meinzinger, President, Boeing Canada and Boeing Canada Operations Ltd. |
| 11:00 am | Speaker Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Jean-Brice Dumont, Executive Vice President, Head of Air Power, Airbus Defence and Space • Olivier Michalon, Executive Vice President Global Business, Airbus Helicopters |
| 11:30 am | Leadership Luncheon Reception |
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 12:00 pm | Aerospace Leadership Luncheon |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Special Guest Speaker TBD sponsored by ![]() |
| Closing Remarks | |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Mike Mueller, President and CEO, AIAC |
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Supporter Sponsors

Media Sponsors

Transport Canada Delegates Workshop
AIAC announces return of Transport Canada Delegates Workshop!
Take part in a unique forum about new technology, policy and certification issues.
The Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop aims to improve the quality of aircraft certification in Canada through communication, education and cooperation.
The Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop is a unique opportunity to strengthen the essential teamwork between the Canadian aerospace industry and Transport Canada by promoting the exchange of information with our Delegates.
| RATES | REGULAR | ||
| Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop October 28-29 . |
$525 |
For information please contact:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Thank you to our Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop 2025 Sponsors :
Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop Gold Sponsors

Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop Bronze Sponsors

Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop Program
All times subject to change without notice.
This online version is the formal agenda for the conference and supersedes any difference with printed material.
Tuesday, October 28
| 7:00 – 8:30 am | Registration |
|---|---|
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 7:45 am | Joint Breakfast — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| Conference Rooms | |
| 2nd level | sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am | Welcoming Address Delegates’ Workshop – Joint Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Philippe Jr Ngassam, Director, National Aircraft Certification • Mike Mueller, President and CEO, AIAC |
| 9:00 am | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport, Government of Canada |
| 9:30 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (Regulatory Updates), 2nd level |
CAR521 Regulatory Sandbox Featuring: • Blake Cheney, Chief, Aircraft Certification Standards, TCCA • Ken Clayton, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Quebec Region), TCCA |
| ROOM – 202 (EEDA & AISA), 2nd level |
Means of Compliance AEH, COTS IP & Circuit Board Assemblies Featuring: • Amanda Pereira, Chief, Airworthiness, Mannarino Systems & Software |
| ROOM – 201, 2nd level |
AWM 516 & ICAO Annex 16 CO2 Emissions Certification in Canada (A220) Featuring: • Khalid Iqbal, Senior Engineer, Powerplants, TCCA • Dave Bilcock, Senior Engineer, Powerplants & Emissions, TCCA • Richard Clairoux, Senior Engineering Specialist, Flight Performance • Remi Hamel, Senior Engineering Specialist, Propulsion Systems, Airbus Canada |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Electrical Energy Storage System for Electric Propulsion: Lessons Learned for the Airframe Community Featuring: • Erica Holtz, Harbour Air • Francois Riendeau, Elisen & Associes Inc. • Paul Garner, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Atlantic Region), TCCA |
| 10:15 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (Regulatory Updates), 2nd level |
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| ROOM – 202 (EEDA & AISA), 2nd level |
Cybersecurity Featuring: • Shakir Ahmed, Pratt & Whitney Canada • Sylvain Lemieux, Senior Engineer, EEDA, TCCA |
| ROOM – 201, 2nd level |
A220 In-Service Engineering Structures Temporary Repair approach for Maintaining Continuing Airworthiness Featuring: • Martin Cote, Head of Stress, A220 In-Service Engineering – Structures • Cynthia Nasehoglu, In-Service Principal Stress Engineer, Airbus Canada |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Electric Engine Certification: Lessons Learned for the Airframe Community Featuring: • Chris Baczynski, CEO & Principal Consultant, BAC Aerospace • Paul Garner, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Atlantic Region), TCCA |
| 11:00 am | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| 11:15 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (Regulatory Updates), 2nd level |
SMS for Design Organizations Featuring: • Calixte Yepseu Mbakop, Manager, QMS & SMS, TCCA • Jodi Diamant, P&WC |
| ROOM – 202 (EEDA & AISA), 2nd level |
Development Assurance Process – SAE ARP4745B, AIR7209, and AC 25.1309-1B/AMC 25.1309 Featuring: • Mark Eley, Manager, AISA, TCCA • Industry – P&WC, MSS |
| ROOM – 201, 2nd level |
Fuel Lines Installation Crashworthiness – Compliance with AWM 525.993(f) Featuring: • Wayne Shelton, Senior Engineer, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA • Eduardo Rigo, Senior Engineer, Structures, TCCA |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Certification Considerations on Electric Propulsion for AWM 523 Aircraft Featuring: • Harris Caplan, Elisen & Associes Inc. • Erica Holtz, Harbour Air • Francois Riendeau, Elisen & Associes Inc. • Chris Baczynski, CEO & Principal Consultant, BAC Aerospace • Paul Garner, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Atlantic Region), TCCA • Qi Wei (Andy) Cao, Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification Pacific Region, TCCA |
| 12:15 pm | Joint Networking Lunch — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| 1:30 pm | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • David Coletto, Founder, Chair and CEO, Abacus Data |
| 2:00 pm | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (Regulatory Updates), 2nd level |
Change Product Rule IAWG Update Featuring: • Adam Bakos, A/Senior PCM, TCCA • Albert Leung, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Ontario Region), TCCA |
| ROOM – 202 (EEDA & AISA), 2nd level |
Safety Assessment Process Featuring: • Mark Eley, Manager, AISA, TCCA |
| ROOM – 201, 2nd level |
Fuel Tank Crashworthiness – Compliance with AWM 527/529.952(a)(4) for rotorcraft external installations Featuring: • Wayne Shelton, Senior Engineer, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA • Daniel Carrier, Senior Technical Expert, Powerplant and Fuel CD, Bell |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
CL215/215T Damage tolerance approach to a fail-safe airframe Featuring: • Alex Vinitsky, Senior Engineering Specialist, DHC |
| 3:00 pm | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| 3:45 pm | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (Regulatory Updates), 2nd level |
Change 523-18 (Amdt 23-64) Featuring: • Daniel Neufeld, Senior Engineer, Aircraft Design Standards, TCCA |
| ROOM – 202 (EEDA & AISA), 2nd level |
Artificial Intelligence (Runway Excursions & ROAAS) Featuring: • Sebastien Blais, Bombardier Aerospace • Victor Lopes, Senior Engineer, EEDA, TCCA |
| ROOM – 201, 2nd level |
Aircraft Design for an Evolving World Featuring: • Scott Goobie, Fellow, Integration and Environmental Performance, Bombardier Aerospace |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Secondary Barrier Featuring: • Raymond Tom, Airbus Canada |
| 4:45 pm | Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Martin Peryea, Chief Executive Officer, Jaunt Air Mobility |
Wednesday, October 29
| 7:00 – 8:30 am | Registration |
|---|---|
| Parliament Foyer, 3rd level |
sponsored by ![]() |
| 7:45 am | Joint Breakfast — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall II, 3rd level |
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| Conference Room | |
| 2nd level | sponsored by ![]() |
| 8:30 am | Joint Opening Session — Summit/Delegates |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
DELEGATES EXECUTIVE PANEL Featuring: • Brian Love, President and Principle, Field Aerospace • John Maris, Founder and President, Marinvent Group of Companies • Bradley Schroeder, Director of Engineering, KF Aerospace |
| 9:00 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (CAW), 2nd level |
TCCA CAW Oversight: From Service Difficulty Report to In-Service Implementation Featuring: • Jody Bird, Corrective Actions Technical Inspector, TCCA • Matthew Weeks, Manager, Corrective Actions, TCCA Corrective Action Development: Overview of the Link Between Continuing Airworthiness and Certification Procesess Featuring: • Audrey Vezina Manzo, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA • Craig McAllister, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA • Will Humphries, Senior Engineer, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA |
| ROOM – 202 (Flight Test), 2nd level |
Certifying External Modifications on FW Aircraft Featuring: • Lee Fasken, Flight Test Engineer, TCCA • Natasa Mudrinic, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Ontario Region), TCCA |
| ROOM – 201 (Occ. Safety), 2nd level |
Accessibility on Transport Category AC Featuring: • Melanie Yeung, Senior Engineer, Occupant Safety, TCCA 5G Interference Featuring: • Andrea Watts, Chief, Technical Experts, TCCA |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Hydrogen & Aircraft Certification Featuring: • Nora Choufani, Senior Engineer, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA • Khalid Iqbal, Senior Engineer, Powerplants & Emissions, TCCA |
| 10:15 am | Refreshment Break |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
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| 10:30 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (CAW), 2nd level |
TCCA CAW Outputs: Safety Publications Featuring: • André Couture, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA • Jody Bird, Corrective Actions Technical Inspector, TCCA • Nafi Dicko-Raynauld, Senior Engineer, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA Alternative Means of Compliance (AMOC) Process Overview Featuring: • Agata Archangielska, Aircraft Certification Officer, Continuing Airworthiness, TCCA • Danilo Verrelli, Senior Engineer, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA |
| ROOM – 202 (Flight Test), 2nd level |
Rotary-Wing STCs Featuring: • Dany Duval, Flight Test Pilot, TCCA • William O’Gorman, Flight Test Engineer, TCCA • Wade Kennedy, Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification, TCCA |
| ROOM – 201 (Occ. Safety), 2nd level |
Additive Manufacturing Featuring: • Eduardo Rigo, Senior Engineer, Structures, TCCA • Melanie Yeung, Senior Engineer, Occupant Safety, TCCA • Mathieu Fagnan, Enterprise Manager, Additive Manufacturing Technologies, P&WC • Khalid Iqbal, Senior Engineer, Powerplants & Emissions, TCCA NOTE: this session runs for 1 hr 30 minutes |
| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Advanced Air Mobility Featuring: • Jeannie Stewart Smith, Senior Policy Advisor, SET, TCCA • John Deruchie, Chief, Projects, TCCA • JR Hammond – CAAM |
| 11:30 am | Breakout Sessions |
| ROOM – 205 (CAW), 2nd level |
CAR521 Engagement Session Featuring: • Roger Constantin, Chief, Aviation Safety Policy, TCCA • Blake Cheney, Chief, Aircraft Certification Standards |
| ROOM – 202 (Flight Test), 2nd level |
PI/PVI Process: Overview of NAC’s Inspection Expectations Featuring: • Christian Chicorli, Manager, Oversight, TCCA |
| ROOM – 201 (Occ. Safety), 2nd level |
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| ROOM – 203 (New Tech), 2nd level |
Window testing load factors Featuring: • Joel Mathura, Senior Engineer, Structures, TCCA |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| Not included – On Your Own Time | |
| 1:30 pm | Values & Ethics Update*** |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Matthew Lee, Manager, Delegations |
| 1:45 pm | Plenary Session |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Certification Responsibilities – From Paper to Boneyard: Importance and role of technical capability – development and maintenance Featuring: • Zack Teclemariam, Chief, Engineering • Jenny Young, Chief, Continuing Airworthiness • Christian Chicorli, A/Chief, Delegations, Surveillance and Quality • Adil Chaudhry, Chief, Regional Engineering |
| 2:30 pm | Panel Discussion |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Future of the Delegation Program: – Developing technical capabilities – Development of Delegate Community & New Delegates – Potential Delegation Models Panel TCCA: • Philippe Jr Ngassam, Director, National Aircraft Certification • John Deruchie, Chief, Projects Industry: • Tariq Maksoud (DHC) • John Maris (FTCE/DAR) • Taïf Rahman (Elisen) |
| 3:30 pm | Closing Remarks – Delegates’ Workshop |
| Canada Hall I, 3rd level |
Featuring: • Philippe Jr Ngassam, Director, National Aircraft Certification • National Aircraft Certification Leadership Team |
Annual Aerospace Dinner and Awards
AIAC is proud to announce that the Annual Canadian Aerospace Dinner and Reception will take place on October 28 in Ottawa, as part of the Canadian Aerospace Summit.

This highly anticipated event will feature distinguished speakers and the presentation of Canada’s most prestigious aerospace awards.
The window to submit nominations for the Annual Aerospace Industry Awards is now closed.
Learn more about the annual aerospace industry awards
Corporate tables are also available for purchase.
To nominate a candidate, sponsor an award, or learn more about corporate tables, please contact:
Mike Baker
Senior Manager, Operations, AIAC
Email: mbaker@aiac.ca
Bill Yetman
Vice President, Strategic Planning, AIAC
Email: byetman@aiac.ca
Dave Caddey Memorial Scholarship
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) is proud to present the Dave Caddey Memorial Scholarship, supporting students in their choice of a career in aerospace, space and defence sectors.

AIAC is committed to ensuring the long-term success of aerospace in Canada. In establishing this scholarship, AIAC will help Canadian aerospace companies of all sizes to have the resources they need to grow and enhance their competitiveness.
The 2025 scholarship winner will receive:
- Financial assistance towards their post-secondary education
- Travel and Hotel expenses paid to attend the Canadian Aerospace Summit – Canada’s premier aerospace & defence conference taking place Oct 28 & 29, 2025 in Ottawa, ON
- Opportunity to attend all conference sessions
- One-on-One networking opportunities with key aerospace leaders and professionals
Hotel Accommodation

In the heart of Ottawa, the Le Germain Hotel offers you a peaceful oasis within walking distance of all the capital’s attractions. Enjoy refined design, spectacular views of the city, and proximity to Parliament Hill, the National Gallery of Canada, the ByWard Market, and the Rideau Canal.
[Click here to reserve your hotel room]
**Please note that Le Germain Hotel Ottawa and the AIAC conference planners are NOT affiliated in any way with a third-party booking agency. Please book your hotel rooms by calling the hotel or using the official registration link.**
Le Germain Hotel Ottawa
30 Daly Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1N 6E2
(613) 691-3230

Located just steps from the historic ByWard Market and other local attractions, Les Suites Hotel Ottawa provides easy access to major travel routes and is approximately 20 minutes from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
CLICK HERE FOR CANADIAN AEROSPACE SUMMIT 2025 RATES!
Suite Accommodation Rates (click on each suite type for video):
Modern One Bedroom Suites: $239/night (single/double occupancy)
Modern Executive Suites: $279/night (single/double occupancy)
Modern Two Bedroom Suites: $359/night (single/double occupancy)
**Please note that Les Suites Hotel Ottawa and the AIAC conference planners are NOT affiliated in any way with a third-party booking agency. Please book your hotel rooms by calling the hotel or using the official registration link.**
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
130 Besserer Street
Ottawa ON K1N 9M9
(613) 232 – 2000















