General Dynamics Mission Systems Canada
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is a dynamic force in the aerospace business community, advancing Canada’s defence and security capabilities and its potential for increased global exports through leading-edge R&D, working with innovative suppliers, building Canada’s manufacturing base, and investing in a highly talented workforce. We offer advanced airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance on both manned and unmanned platforms. Our solutions simplify the complexity of airborne ISR for surface and sub-surface maritime, overland and littoral operations. 1,400 employees
Other Locations: Halifax, NS; Calgary, AB; Sherbrooke, QC
Products & Services: Advanced Air Mobility/Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems; Command & Control Systems; Data Handling & Processing Equipment; Helicopters; Signal Processing Equipment; Sonobuoys; Special Purpose Aircraft; Surveillance Systems
Babcock Canada Inc
For over 18 years, Babcock has been proud to play a critical role supporting Canada’s safety and security, delivering engineering and critical support services to defence and civil customers. Drawing on decades of global experience, Babcock delivers fully integrated solutions tailored specifically for Canada and its unique environment across the land, marine, and aviation sectors.
In the aviation sector, Babcock’s ability to deliver integrated fleet management brings together their expertise in maintenance, repair, and overhaul, in-service support, and multiple other capabilities enabling life-cycle management of critical assets. Babcock’s mission is guided by the needs of their customers. Babcock ensures their services and assets are equipped to fulfil their customers’ missions wherever, whenever, and however needed.
Aerial Firefighting
As a leader in aerial firefighting in Canada, Babcock provides a full range of aerial firefighting capabilities from customizable services to fully integrated turn-key solutions. Since 2019, Babcock has been proud to deliver critical aerial wildfire suppression services to the Province of Manitoba, supporting their fleet of seven amphibious waterbomber aircraft and three Twin Commander 690 “bird-dog” aircraft. In 2025 alone, Babcock supported over 2,456 flight hours, 432 fire missions, and 9,069 water drops, all while maintaining an aircraft availability rate of over 98%.
Helicopter Emergency Medical Services
In 2023, Babcock was awarded a 10-year multi-million-dollar contract by Ascent Helicopters Ltd. to support Ascent in their delivery of rotary-wing air ambulance services to British Columbia Emergency Health Services (BCEHS). As the Approved Maintenance Organization, Babcock has provisioned seven Leonardo AW169 helicopters to support Ascent’s BC EHS contract.
551 employees across Canada
Other Locations: Victoria, Parksville, Vancouver, Prince George, Prince Rupert & Kamloops, BC; Winnipeg, MB; Halifax, NS
Products & Services: Aircraft Conversions & MRO; Aviation Operations; Engineering; Engineering & Management Support; In-Service Support; Simulation & Training; Support Services
Safran
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aircraft propulsion, equipment, interiors, space and defense markets. Safran has a global presence, with more than 110,000 employees and sales of 31.3 billion euros in 2025. Working alone or in partnership, Safran holds world or European leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to meet fast-changing market requirements, with total R&D expenditures of around 2 billion euros in 2025.
110,000 employees
Products & Services: Auxiliary Power Units; Electrical Systems & Components; Electrical Wiring; Engine Nacelles; Fuel Systems & Components; Interior Furnishings & Panels; Landing Gear Systems & Components; Transmission Systems & Components; Turbofan Engines; Turboprop Engines
WāVv
WāVv is a strategic consulting company specializing in the transfer of commercialized technology from one industry to another, focusing on Aerospace, Defence & Security, Energy, Tech, Military, and Mining.
ConvergX® is an annual global summit creating investment and growth opportunities across these sectors, offering invitation-only, intentionally restricted access for decision-makers to make cross-sector connections.
The recently launched ConvergX® Xpand™ Commercialization Zone is an advanced program designed to accelerate cross-industry innovation and technology adoption, connecting sectors such as defence, aerospace, energy, mining, manufacturing, security, construction, agriculture, space, technology, and healthcare, providing tangible pathways to partnerships, funding, and market diversification.
3 employees
Other Locations: Canada, USA, NATO alliance
Saab Canada Inc.
Saab develops and delivers an innovative portfolio of products and solutions for Canada. Our defence and security solutions have supported the Canadian government and armed forces for over 35 years with products ranging from ground combat systems and signature management to advanced naval radars and sensors. In addition, Saab is a world renowned provider of Air Traffic Management solutions to public security authorities and commercial operators around the world.
Within Canada, Saab partners with a range of companies from the domestic and international defence industry to provide the Canadian Armed Forces with equipment needed to ensure the safety of Canada.
Saab’s GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C), in partnership with Bombardier, is a prominent example of Saab’s commitment to continuous investment in Canada, building customer relationships, strategic partnerships, and long-term business development both domestically and internationally.
Products & Services: Air Traffic Control Systems & Equipment; Airborne Radar; Aircraft Structures & Sub-assembly; Airport Information Systems; Command & Control Systems; Fire Control Systems & Components; Munitions; Special Purpose Aircraft; Surveillance Systems; Weapons Systems
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.