Save the Dates for ADSE 2026 & Canadian Aerospace Summit 2026!

Canada’s aerospace and defence landscape is evolving — with new priorities around sovereignty, capability, supply chains and global competitiveness.

Join us at ADSE and the Canadian Aerospace Summit and be part of the conversations shaping the future of the sector .

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2026 Guide to Canada’s Aerospace Industry

High-visibility opportunities available!

Complete your profile and take advantage of advertising opportunities in the 2026 Guide to Canada’s Aerospace Industry! Read more

Participate in AIAC’s New Chemical Substances Working Group (CSWG)

AIAC is launching a new opportunity for members to support sustainable aerospace advocacy through the 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. Read more

SPEAKER REVEAL: The Honourable Steven MacKinnon to participate in Horizons of Opportunity – Canada Delivers!

The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) is pleased to announce that The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, has been confirmed for Horizons of Opportunity – Canada Delivers!

Position your organization at the centre of Canada’s aerospace conversation with corporate table at Horizons of Opportunity – Canada Delivers.

Join senior government officials, industry leaders and key decision-makers from across Canada’s aerospace sector for this engaging discussion with The Honourable Steven MacKinnon and AIAC President and CEO Mike Mueller.

Tickets are required for attendance and must be purchased in advance.

THIS LUNCHEON EVENT IS OPEN TO AIAC MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC — LIMITED SPACE REMAINING, ACT FAST BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE!
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Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy Sends Clear Signals for Aerospace

Today, the Government of Canada officially released Security, Sovereignty and Prosperity — its long-awaited Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS).

Mike Mueller, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC), represented Canada’s aerospace industry at today’s announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney, underscoring the DIS as a meaningful step forward for both AIAC and the broader sector.

The Defence Industrial Strategy provides direction and sets the necessary tone for the industry,” said Mueller. “We have been calling for this level of clarity, and now it will be necessary for both government and industry to move forward in an expeditious manner.”

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Aerospace is Essential to Building the Strongest Economy in the G7

Few sectors offer Canada a clearer route to more exports, more innovation and more high-value jobs than aerospace.

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Turning commitments into capability: the need for industrial strategies

For more than a century, Canada’s aerospace sector has punched above its weight, cementing itself as a cornerstone of national defence and as an economic driver. This was no accident, but rather the result of political leadership, vision, and sustained collaboration between government, industry, and the Canadian Armed Forces. All political leaders and parties recognized aerospace as a strategic industry essential to Canada’s sovereignty and economic prosperity. With parliamentarians back on the Hill and a federal budget coming this fall, it’s time again for that leadership and recognition. Read more

Now Hiring: AIAC Director of Finance & Administration

Position Summary

We are a fast-paced, nimble not-for-profit trade association seeking a self-starter Director, Finance and Administration to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and a key member of the leadership team. This role provides full oversight of all financial operations while simultaneously leading the association’s administrative and operational functions, including office management and human resources. The successful candidate will ensure fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and a consistently positive member-centric experience in a high-energy environment where detail, speed, and collaboration are equally valued.

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