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)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Media Advisory : Canadian Aerospace Summit 2024

Canadian Aerospace Summit 2024 to Bring Together Industry Leaders, Policymakers, and Innovators in Ottawa

Media advisory

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Program Reveal for the Canadian Aerospace Summit 2024

AIAC is excited to announce the official program for the Canadian Aerospace Summit 2024, happening November 5-6 at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa! With expert panels, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities, the Summit is your chance to be at the forefront of Canada’s aerospace industry. We’re counting down the days to what promises to be […]