Participate in AIAC’s New Working Groups and Sub Committees!

AIAC is launching new opportunities for members to engage on key priorities through dedicated working groups and sub-committees.

Chemical Substances Working Group (CSWG)
Under the Sustainability Committee, the CSWG responds to member demand for greater engagement on evolving regulations from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), particularly related to emerging chemical management requirements. The group will also help shape Canada’s regulatory approach, promoting harmonized, risk-based and innovation-supporting outcomes for the aerospace and defence sectors.

Drone/RPAS Sub-Committee
The Drone/RPAS Sub-Committee focuses on advancing the integration and safe operation of remotely piloted aircraft systems in Canada. It will address regulatory developments, operational use cases and emerging technologies, while supporting engagement with government and regulators. Initial discussions will include identifying the current RPAS ecosystem landscape in Canada, as well as key technology gaps and priorities.

Interested members can contact Brent (bgebuza@aiac.ca) for further information or to join these Working Groups.

AIAC Committees: Why Join?

Participate in the development of partnerships and coalitions with government and other stakeholders with the aim of identifying solutions, achieving change and maximizing use of resources.

  • Influence Industry Direction
    Be at the forefront of shaping AIAC’s policy and advocacy positions. Your participation helps ensure your insights and expertise are channeled through the voice of Canada’s aerospace sector.
  • Collaborate with Key Stakeholders
    Forge valuable partnerships with government and industry leaders. Work together to develop solutions, achieve meaningful change and maximize the efficient use of resources.
Learn more about the benefits of becoming an AIAC member

How to Join an AIAC Committee

  • Disruption & World Class-Ideas Committee

    Chair:

    AIAC Staff Lead: Mike Mueller, President & CEO, AIAC

    Committee Description

    Canada’s aerospace capabilities have evolved to include world-class expertise in technology enablers such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing and encryption, additive manufacturing and robotics. This committee aims to champion and advance these disruptive and world-class ideas that will shape the future of aerospace both in Canada and around the world.

    Focus Areas:

    • Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications and disruptive manufacturing techniques
    • Virtual Reality (VR)/Augmented Reality (AR) Training
    • Disruptive Next Generation Technologies

  • CIVIL AVIATION COMMITTEE

    Chair: Jodi Diamant, Chief Engineer, Airworthiness & Certification, Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.
    AIAC Staff Lead: Dave Turnbull, Special Advisor, Civil Aviation, AIAC

    Committee Description

    The Civil Aviation Committee considers issues regarding both domestic and international aviation safety and certification as the committee works directly with Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) officials to advance the development of these regulatory frameworks

    Focus Areas:

    • Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs); CAR 104, CAR 521Safety Management System (SMS) , Changed Product Rule (CPR)
    • Bilateral Agreements (FAA, EASA, ANAC etc.)
    • Certification Management Team (CMT)

  • TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION COMMITTEE, AVIATION

    Chair: Phil Cole, Vice President, Business Development, Marinvent
    AIAC Staff Lead:     Dwayne Lucas, Vice President, Special Projects, AIAC

    Committee Description

    The Technology and Innovation Committee is focused on aerospace industry innovation. Members consider the development and implementation of improved aerospace technologies as well as the regulatory and economic factors that may impact these advancements.

    Focus Areas:

    • R&D Funding Programs, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), NORAD Modernization
    • NRC Initiatives and Projects (Fleet Modernization, MAPLE, etc.)

  • PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND DEFENCE COMMITTEE

    Chair: Kevin Lemke, General Manager, SkyAlyne
    AIAC Staff Lead: Dwayne Lucas, Vice President, Special Projects, AIAC

    Committee Description

    The Public Procurement and Defence Committee is the AIAC forum for members with a vested interest in defence-specific operations, providing engagements with key government departments who are stakeholders in aerospace and defence procurement.

    Focus Areas:

    • Defence Policy and Defence Industrial Strategy
    • Major Procurement Programs  and Procurement Policy/Processes

  • SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE

    Chair: Scott Goobie, Fellow, Product Integration & Product Environmental Performance, Engineering R&T, Bombardier
    AIAC Staff Lead: Louis-Charles Roy, Vice President, Public Affairs and Government Relations, AIAC

    Committee Description

    The Sustainability Committee provides a forum for AIAC members to discuss and explore important considerations related to international net-zero goals for aviation and the implications of climate change on the nature and delivery of space operations and continental defence.

    Focus Areas:

    • Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), Chemical Management Plan (CMP), TC Sustainable Aviation Task Force
    • ICAO CAEP (Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection)

  • SMALL BUSINESS COMMITTEE

    Chair:  Gabe Batstone, CEO Contextere
    AIAC Staff Lead: Brent Gebuza, Senior Manager, Policy and Research, AIAC

    Committee Description

    The Small Business Committee is the primary forum for members under the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) umbrella dealing in aerospace, defence and space business in Canada.

    Focus Areas:

    • Domestic/International Market Intelligence and Business Development
    • Defence Procurement and Labour Market Analysis