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
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
AIAC to Honour Canada’s Astronauts with the Hon. Marc Garneau Award at Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025
Ottawa, ON — October 9, 2025 — The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) is proud to recognize Canada’s Astronauts, past and present, with the Hon. Marc Garneau Award.
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Program Reveal: Countdown to Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025
The countdown is on, less than four weeks until the Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025! AIAC is pleased to unveil the official program for the Canadian Aerospace Summit 2025, October 28–29, 2025 — Rogers Centre, Ottawa.
The Dave Caddey Memorial Scholarship
The Countdown to ADSE 2025 is On!
The Aerospace, Defence and Security Expo (ADSE) returns to Tradex in Abbotsford, British Columbia on August 7–8, 2025, marking its 15th anniversary as Western Canada’s premier aerospace, defence, and security event.
Focusing on aerospace for a stronger, more secure Canada
Did you know that Canada is one of the only countries in the world capable of designing, building, and certifying different types of aircraft from nose to tail? This is no coincidence, but rather the result a bold vision and political leadership, that helped lay the foundation for the world-class aerospace industry in Canada today.
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