Ontario Aerospace Council 

The Ontario Aerospace Council (OAC) is comprised of approximatively 200 member companies, representing over 70% of the Ontario aerospace industry employment base and spans all tiers, business activities and sizes. Ontario-made aerospace parts from this technology-intensive diversified cluster are used on virtually every passenger aircraft in the world. Our purpose is to enhance recognition of Ontario’s capabilities as a leader in global aerospace markets and work together to build greater expertise to assure continued growth and prosperity.

OAC fosters relationships between all stakeholders: industry, academia, researchers, governments and associations to gather and share industry intelligence, identify and facilitate funding as well as being an active catalyst for industry growth. Working collectively and collaboratively with our members and in partnership with government (provincial and federal), we define and implement strategic member programs, initiatives and events in areas including: technology development and adoption, supply chain relationships and readiness, skills development and workplace training.

All Ontario companies and organizations involved in and with the aerospace industry in Ontario are invited to be part of this collaborative effort. This includes OEMs, large companies and SMEs in: aircraft manufacturing (Tiers 1-4); UAS/ UAVs; maintenance, repair and overhaul; ground- based infrastructure; and space. Also included are Ontario organizations that do business with the aerospace industry, i.e.: colleges, universities, research centres, financial institutions and consultants (engineering, business services).

Building Awareness and Recognition in the Global Market

OAC develops and participates in a variety of leading industry events, international trade missions and B2B shows alongside its members to help grow awareness for the specific skills and capabilities offered by Ontario’s aerospace industry and help foster increased commercial connections. We work with major aerospace companies from around the globe to facilitate the growth of their Ontario footprints in terms of supply base and/or R&T initiatives. OAC members benefit from a digital platform geared to promoting their specific array of capabilities and expertise with the added value of an AI powered business matchmaking tool. Visit aero.b2beematch.com/en to network with Ontario aerospace companies.

Enhancing Education and Skills Development

Working collectively and collaboratively with our members, OAC defines, develops and implements strategic programs designed to target specific areas and needs of our member businesses, actively seeking support through strategic alliances, partnerships or government funding opportunities as well as providing seminars/workshops to address these needs. OAC also supports the talent pipeline by offering annual scholarships for aerospace studies.

OAC’s COAST Training program offers innovative courses for aerospace and aviation industry employees and managers who want to build and enhance the skills that are in high demand in today’s workplaces. These courses include online modules, sessions facilitated by subject matter experts, individual and group practicums, and experiential learning. Visit oaccoasttraining.ca to learn more.

Building the Ontario Aerospace Research and Technology Community

OAC’s Research & Technology Committee is comprised of representatives from government, academia, OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and SME. Its mission is to serve our community by bringing together organizations from different levels of the aerospace technology and supply chain to facilitate meaningful and directed collaborations that will result in enhanced competitiveness and capability across the Ontario aerospace sector.

Participate in OAC’s flagship event, Beyond the Barriers R&T Days, to engage, collaborate and innovate with the Ontario aerospace industry.