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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.

 

 

 

 

The ‘Must-Attend’ Aerospace Event of the Year In Canada
The Summit is Canada’s must-attend aerospace event of the year, with several VIP networking opportunities including the Aerospace Leadership Luncheon and the Annual Canadian Aerospace Dinner.

Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to showcase your company to Canadian aerospace leaders, capitalize on exceptional visibility, and show you support for Canada’s aerospace community.

Register


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.

 

Click on the category to register.

RATES EARLY BIRD REGULAR  
Participant – Members
Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) and Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29)
.
$950 $1,100
Participant – Non-members
Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28) and Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29)
.
$1,150 $1,300
Participant – Government
Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28)
.
$365 $550
Participant – Student / Academia
Includes access to the Conference Program, Trade Show, Buffet Luncheon (Oct. 28)
.
$425 $550
Individual tickets
Annual Aerospace Dinner (Oct. 28)
.
$250 $250
Individual tickets
Leadership Luncheon (Oct. 29)
.
$125 $125
Exhibitor – Members
Contact Mike Baker for exhibitor inquiries at mbaker@aiac.ca
.
$2,450 $2,650
Exhibitor – Non-members
Contact Mike Baker for exhibitor inquiries at mbaker@aiac.ca
.
$3,350 $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
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$2,750 $2,750
Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop
October 28-29
.
$525 $525


Government rate is available for the following:

  1. Federal government officials and employees (canada.ca or gc.ca)
  2. Provincial government officials and employees
  3. Municipal government (cities) officials and employees
  4. Official governmental organisation/Institute (Armed Forces, Service Canada, etc.)

Academia rate is available for the following:

  1. University, college, public and private academic institute students and staff of Canada only
  2. 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


Stephen Fuhr

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr

Secretary of State – Defence Procurement
Government of Canada

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David McGuinty

The Honourable David McGuinty

Minister of National Defence
Government of Canada

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Speiser-Blanchet

Lieutenant-General Jamie Speiser-Blanchet

Commander
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)

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Bryan Akerstream

Bryan Akerstream

Vice President of Business Development
KF Aerospace

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Carl- Johan Bergholm

Carl- Johan Bergholm

Senior Vice President Head of Business Area Surveillance
SAAB

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Matthew Bromberg

Matthew Bromberg

President and CEO
CAE

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Lisa Campbell

Lisa Campbell

President
Canadian Space Agency

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 Siobhan Harty

Siobhan Harty

Senior Assistant Deputy Minister
Defence and Marine Procurement Branch

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Kendal Hembroff

Kendal Hembroff

Associate Assistant Deputy Minister Industry Sector –
Innovation Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada

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Pete Hoekstra

Pete Hoekstra

Ambassador
U.S. Embassy to Canada

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Benoit Hudon

Benoit Hudon

President and CEO
DRAKKAR

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Brian Love

Brian Love

President and Principle
Field Aerospace

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John Maris

John Maris

Founder and President
Marinvent Group of Companies,

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Al Meinzinger

Al Meinzinger

President
Boeing Canada and Boeing Canada Operations Ltd

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Olivier Michalon

Olivier Michalon

Executive Vice President Global Business
Airbus Helicopters

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Chris Niemann

Chris Niemann

President and CEO
Conair Aerial Firefighting

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Steve Patrick

Steve Patrick

Vice President
Bombardier Defence

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Max Schramm

Max Schramm

President and CEO
Lufthansa Technik Canada

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Program

All times subject to change without notice

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
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
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
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
11:30 am Speaker Session
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
12:00 pm Joint Networking Lunch — Summit/Delegates
Canada Hall II,
3rd level
1:30 pm Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
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)
3:00 pm Refreshment Break
Canada Hall II,
3rd level
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
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
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

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
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:
• Bryan Akerstream, Vice President of Business Development, KF Aerospace
• Brian Love, President and Principle, Field Aerospace
John Maris, Founder and President, Marinvent Group of Companies
9:00 am Speaker Session
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring:
• Ambassador Pete Hoekstra, U.S. Embassy to Canada
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
10:15 am Refreshment Break
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
sponsored by
10:30 am Speaker Session
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring:
• Lisa Campbell, President, Canadian Space Agency
11:00 am Speaker Session
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring:
• Al Meinzinger, President, Boeing Canada and Boeing Canada Operations Ltd.
11:30 am Speaker Session
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring:
• Olivier Michalon, Executive Vice President Global Business, Airbus Helicopters
12:00 pm Leadership Luncheon Reception
Parliament Foyer,
3rd level
sponsored by
12:30 pm Aerospace Leadership Luncheon
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring Special Guest Speaker:
• The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, Government of Canada

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 EARLY BIRD REGULAR  
Transport Canada Certification and Delegates Workshop
October 28-29
.
$525 $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

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
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
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
9:30 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(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 – 2
(EEDA & AISA),
2nd level
SC-240 Aviation Software Standards Committee: Status and development of a new RTCA Supplement document: RTCA DO-395 Integration of COTS, Open Source and Service History into Software
Featuring:
• Amanda Pereira, Chief, Airworthiness, Mannarino Systems & Software
ROOM – 3,
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, TCCA
• Richard Clairoux, Senior Engineering Specialist, Flight Performance
• Remi Hamel, Senior Engineering Specialist, Propulsion Systems, Airbus Canada
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
Technique/Certification Considerations on Electric Propulsion for Part 523 Aircraft
Featuring:
• Erica Holtz, Harbour Air
• Paul Garner, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Atlantic Region), TCCA
• Qi Wei (Andy) Cao, Regional Engineer, Aircraft Certification, TCCA
10:15 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(Regulatory Updates),
2nd level
CAR521 Engagement Strategy (1000-1030h)
Featuring:
• Roger Constantin, Chief, Aviation Safety Policy, TCCA
ROOM – 2
(EEDA & AISA),
2nd level
Cybersecurity
Featuring:
• Shakir Ahmed, Pratt & Whitney Canada
ROOM – 3,
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 – 4
(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
11:15 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(Regulatory Updates),
2nd level
SMS for Design Organizations
Featuring:
• Calixte Yepseu Mbakop, Manager, QMS & SMS, TCCA
• PWC
ROOM – 2
(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 – PWC, MSS
ROOM – 3,
2nd level
Crashworthiness of Part 525 Fuel Lines
Featuring:
• Stephanie Lalonde, Manager, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA
• Eduardo Rigo, Senior Engineer, Structures, TCCA
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
Electrical Energy Storage System for electric propulsion
Featuring:
• Erica Holtz, Harbour Air
• Paul Garner, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Atlantic Region), TCCA
12:15 pm Joint Networking Lunch — Summit/Delegates
Canada Hall II,
3rd level
1:30 pm Joint Speaker Session — Summit/Delegates
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
ANNOUNCEMENT SOON!
2:00 pm Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(Regulatory Updates),
2nd level
Change Product Rule Evolution
Featuring:
• Alex St-Arnaud, Program Manager, Procedural Standards, TCCA
• Albert Leung, Regional Manager, Aircraft Certification (Ontario Region), TCCA
ROOM – 2
(EEDA & AISA),
2nd level
Safety Assessment Process
Featuring:
• Mark Eley, Manager, AISA, TCCA
ROOM – 3,
2nd level
Rotorcraft Fuel Tank Crashworthiness and External Equipment
Featuring:
• Stephanie Lalonde, Manager, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA
ROOM – 4
(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
3:45 pm Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(Regulatory Updates),
2nd level
Change 523-18 (Amdt 23-64)
Featuring:
• Daniel Neufeld, Senior Engineer, Aircraft Design Standards, TCCA
ROOM – 2
(EEDA & AISA),
2nd level
Artificial Intelligence (Runway Excursions & ROAAS)
Featuring:
• Sebastien Blais, Bombardier Aerospace
ROOM – 3,
2nd level
Aircraft Design for an Evolving World
Featuring:
• Scott Goobie, Fellow, Integration and Environmental Performance, Bombardier Aerospace
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
Additive Manufacturing
Featuring:
• Eduardo Rigo, Senior Engineer, Structures, TCCA
• Melanie Yeung, Senior Engineer, Occupant Safety, TCCA
• Khalid Iqbal, Senior Engineer, Powerplants, TCCA
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
Conference Room
2nd level sponsored by
8:30 am Joint Opening Session — Summit/Delegates
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
DELEGATES EXECUTIVE PANEL
Featuring:
• Bryan Akerstream, Vice President of Business Development, KF Aerospace
• Brian Love, President and Principle, Field Aerospace
• John Maris, Founder and President, Marinvent Group of Companies
9:00 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(CAW),
2nd level
ISE Investigation of SDRs, Accidents & Serious Incidents
Featuring:
• Jody Bird, Corrective Actions Technical Inspector, TCCA
• Jean Grenier, Manager, Corrective Actions, TCCA
• Matthew Weeks, Manager, Corrective Actions, TCCA

Corrective Action Development and Certification Process
Featuring:
• Audrey Vezina Manzo, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA
• Craig McAllister, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA
• Will Humphries, Senior Engineer, Corrective Actions, TCCA
ROOM – 2
(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 – 3
(Occ. Safety),
2nd level
Accessibility on Transport Category AC
Featuring:
• Mauricio Caio Rosen, Senior Engineer, Occupant Safety, TCCA
• Melanie Yeung, Senior Engineer, Occupant Safety, TCCA

5G Interference
Featuring:
• Andrea Watts, Chief, Technical Experts, TCCA
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
Hydrogen Propulsion
Featuring:
• Nora Choufani, Senior Engineer, Fuel & Hydromechanical, TCCA
• Khalid Iqbal, Senior Engineer, Powerplants, TCCA
10:15 am Refreshment Break
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
10:30 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(CAW),
2nd level
Safety Publications
Featuring:
• Andre Couture, Manager, Corrective Actions Engineering, TCCA
• Jody Bird, Corrective Actions Technical Inspector, TCCA
• Nafi Dicko-Raynauld, Senior Engineer, Corrective Actions, TCCA
ROOM – 2
(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 – 3
(Occ. Safety),
2nd level
Secondary Barrier
Featuring:
• Raymond Tom, Airbus Canada
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
Advanced Air Mobility
Featuring:
• Jeannie Stewart Smith, Senior Policy Advisor, SET, TCCA
• John Deruchie, Chief, Projects, TCCA
• Industry – CAAM
11:30 am Breakout Sessions
ROOM – 1
(CAW),
2nd level
CAR521 Engagement Session
Featuring:
• Roger Constantin, Chief, Aviation Safety Policy, TCCA
• Blake Cheney, Chief, Aircraft Certification Standards
ROOM – 2
(Flight Test),
2nd level
TBD
ROOM – 3
(Occ. Safety),
2nd level
TBD
ROOM – 4
(New Tech),
2nd level
TBD
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
Holder Responsibility Expectations from Paper to Boneyard:
Importance and role of technical capability – development and maintenance
Featuring:
• John Deruchie, Chief, Projects
• Jenny Young, Chief, Continuing Airworthiness
• Christian Chicorli, A/Chief, Delegations, Surveillance and Quality
• Adil Chaudry, 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 Deruchi, Chief, Projects
Action:
• Elena Couture/Tariq (DHC)
• John Maris (FTCE/DAR)
3:30 pm Closing Remarks – Delegates’ Workshop
Canada Hall I,
3rd level
Featuring:
• Philippe Jr Ngassam, Director, National Aircraft Certification

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

 

Learn more about the Dave Caddey Memorial Scholarship

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