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Canada West Defence & Dual-Use Research and Innovation Forum

Strategic Context

The Canada West Defence & Dual-Use Research and Innovation Forum anchors Western Canada’s research leadership across AI, autonomous systems, marine/aerospace technologies, situational awareness, and personnel protection. Hosted jointly by BC's post-secondary institutions and KAS, this 3-day forum directly bridges academic innovation with DND procurement targets, global Prime supply chains, and real-world tactical deployment.
 

 

WESTERN CANADA’S PLATFORM FOR TURNING RESEARCH EXCELLENCE INTO DEFENCE CAPABILITY

Program Agenda

Day1

Advanced Dual-Use Research Ecosystems & Emerging Frontier Tech

Day 1

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Day2

Commercialization, Procurement, & ITB Multiplication

Day 2

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Day3

Operational Validation, Field Testing & Tactical Deployment

Day 3

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Reception Evening
17:00 – 17:30Registration and Networking  
17:30 – 17:45Welcome Remarks   
17:45 – 18:30Keynote Address: The Geopolitical Shift & Transatlantic Tech Cooperation in a Contested EraDr. Bernd Althusmann 
18:30 – 20:00Networking; Marine Innovation & Simulation Showcase  
 
DAY 1: Advanced Dual-Use Research Ecosystems & Emerging Frontier Tech
    
    
    
    

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