Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy Sends Clear Signals for Aerospace
Today, the Government of Canada officially released Security, Sovereignty and Prosperity — its long-awaited Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS).
Mike Mueller, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC), represented Canada’s aerospace industry at today’s announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney, underscoring the DIS as a meaningful step forward for both AIAC and the broader sector.“
The Defence Industrial Strategy provides direction and sets the necessary tone for the industry,” said Mueller. “We have been calling for this level of clarity, and now it will be necessary for both government and industry to move forward in an expeditious manner.”
AIAC Announces Changes to Board of Directors
AIAC Announces Annual Industry Award Winners
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Aerospace Industry Awards, honouring exceptional achievements and innovation across Canada’s aerospace sector.
The 2025 Award Winners are as follows:
- James C. Floyd Award — Jake Trainor, PAL Aerospace
- Industry Excellence Award for Lifetime Achievement — De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited
- Industry Excellence Award for Small Business Innovation and Technology — CEL Aerospace
- Honourable Marc Garneau Award – Canada’s Astronauts, past and present, in recognition of their achievements as part of the Canadian Space Agency (previously announced)
AIAC to Honour Canada’s Astronauts with the Hon. Marc Garneau Award at Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025
Ottawa, ON — October 9, 2025 — The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) is proud to recognize Canada’s Astronauts, past and present, with the Hon. Marc Garneau Award.
Focusing on aerospace for a stronger, more secure Canada
Did you know that Canada is one of the only countries in the world capable of designing, building, and certifying different types of aircraft from nose to tail? This is no coincidence, but rather the result a bold vision and political leadership, that helped lay the foundation for the world-class aerospace industry in Canada today.
Celebrating Excellence in Canadian Aerospace – AIAC Announces the 2024 Aerospace Industry Award Winners
Ottawa, Ontario – The Aerospace Industry Association of Canada (AIAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the prestigious 2024 Aerospace Industry Awards, celebrating excellence and innovation across the Canadian aerospace industry. These awards recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations that continue to propel the Canadian aerospace sector forward.