Engaging Canada's Cyber and Digital Buyers
This exclusive event will unveil the emerging cyber and digital technology needs and priorities of the Canadian Armed Forces, Shared Services Canada, and the Communications Security Establishment.
Propel your business
future-forward
Gain insights into the future cyber, digital and over-the-horizon technology needs and acquisitions of the Department of National Defence, Shared Services Canada, and the Communications Security Establishment. Join the vital conversation with government leaders emphasizing collaboration with the industry to address cyber and digital threats.

Attend to stay updated on acquisition projects, emerging requirements, timelines, budgets, and key contacts.
Canada's cyber and digital marketplace
up to
$6.5B
potential procurement over the next 5 years
$3.2B
GDP size of Canadian cyber industry
30%
market growth by sales year over year
why attend?
Whether you're an SME, an OEM, or a government entity, the Cyber and Digital Outlooks event is your indispensable platform for growth, collaboration, and strategic advancement in the defence and national security sector. Unlock opportunities, influence policy, and solidify your position at the forefront of industry developments.
government partners
CADSI is grateful to the following government departments, agencies, and organizations that are actively working to share their knowledge, insights, and emerging technology needs with Canadian industry.
Department of National Defence
Shared Services Canada
Communications Security Establishment
Cyber and Digital Outlooks
event agenda
Through presentations by leadership followed by deep dives in breakout sessions, this event will help you develop an in-depth understanding of the over-the-horizon technologies that will converge and shape the future of Canada's cyber and digital national security landscape.
Schedule subject to change
Thursday, November 7
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00-8:55 AM
Opening Remarks
9:00-9:05 AM
Christyn Cianfarani - President, CADSI
Welcoming Remarks
9:05-9:10 AM
Chris Bartlett - President, CCX
Cyber & Digital Leadership Update Series
9:10-9:30 AM
Director General (DG) Briefing Series
9:30-10:15 AM

DND CFC - High Priority Cyber & Digital Threats Facing the Canadian Armed Forces

CSE DG-FCO - Overview of CSE’s evolving capability needs, and new approaches to industry engagement  

DND DG-ICFD - Capability Needs, Projects, Policy Drivers, Force Development, and New Approaches to Industry Engagement

Refreshment Break
10:15 - 10:45 AM
Breakout Session A
10:30-11:30 AM
TRACK 1
Pan–Domain Command and Control Part 1:  Major Capital Projects

Lead: DND Director Information Capability Requirements (DICR)

Focus: Major Capital Projects leading to Pan Domain Command and Control (PDC2)

Topics/Projects: Identity Credential and Access Management (ICAM), Cyber Defence Decision Analysis and Response (CD-DAR), Modernized Command and Control Information Systems (MC2IS), and others

TRACK 2
New Cyber Projects:  Major and Minor Capital Projects

Lead: DND Section Head Cyber Projects  

Focus: Major and Minor Capital Projects, Force Development

Topics: Network Command and Control Integrated Situational Awareness Capability (NetC2ISAC), Cyber Mission Assurance Lab (CMAL); COTE, Minor Capital Projects Series, Force Development

Breakout Session B
11:45-12:45 PM
TRACK 1
Pan–Domain Command and Control Part 2:  Minor Capital Projects, Enablers and Innovation

Lead: DND Director Joint Command and Control Information Systems Force Development (DJC2ISFD)

Focus: Minor Capital Projects, Exercises, and Experiments

Topics: Interoperability, Data-Centric Security, DISCIC, Innovation Projects and Drivers

TRACK 2
Communication Security Establishment (CSE) Overview: Capability Development and Industry Engagement

Lead: TBC 

Focus: Projects and Relationship Development Activities

Topics: Capability Development Priorities, New Approaches to Industry Engagement and Collaboration

Luncheon reception
12:45 - 13:15 PM
Lunch & keynote
13:15 - 14:15 PM
Breakout Session C
14:15-15:15 PM
TRACK 1
Director General Panel Discussion: Digital Transformation

Opening Remarks: DND DG Digital Transformation (DGDT)

Focus: Digital Transformation in Policy and Operations

Roundtable Participants: DND DG Information Technology Infrastructure (DGITI), DND DG Digital Transformation (DGDT), DND DG (DGUIT), CSE DG Foreign Cyber Operations (DGFCO)

TRACK 2
Upgrading and Modernizing Current Cyber and Digital Capabilities Part 1

Lead: Section Head Joint Command and Control and Intelligence System (JC2IS) 

Focus: Modernization of Existing Cyber and Digital Systems

Topics: Information Technology Infrastructure in support of Command and Control (ITI iso C2), High-Frequency Low-Frequency Radio Communications (HFLFRC), Joint Defence Cloud Program (JDCP) and Foreign Cyber Operations

Refreshment Break
15:15 - 15:45 PM
Breakout Session D
15:45 - 16:45 PM
TRACK 1
Shared Services Canada (SSC): Procurement at the Speed of Relevance

Opening Remarks: SSC DG Enterprise IT Procurement (EITP), SSC-DG Network and Security Program and Product Management (NSPPM)

Focus: Exploring Effective Ways to Develop and Acquire Cyber and Digital Capabilities at Speed; Exploring SSC Product and Capability Needs

Topics: Enterprise IT Procurements, Network Security Capability Development, Private Sector Engagement and Collaboration, DND Integration

TRACK 2
Upgrading and Modernizing Current Cyber and Digital Capabilities Part 2

Lead: Section Head Joint Command and Control and Intelligence System (JC2IS) 

Focus: Modernization of Existing Cyber and Digital Systems

Topics: Modernization of Existing Digital and Enterprise SystemsTopics: DefenceX, Defence Resource Management Modernization, Business Transformation, Shared Services Canada (SSC) Networks and Security Integration

Evening Reception
16:45 - 18:30 PM
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Thursday, November 7
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00-8:55 AM
Opening Remarks
9:00-9:10 AM
TBD
Exclusive leadership roundtable
9:15-10:00 AM
TBD
Refreshment Break
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Breakout Session A
10:30-11:30 AM
DND Directorate Information Capability Requirements (DND-DICR)
TBD
Breakout Session B
11:30-12:30 PM
DND Directorate Information Capability Requirements (DND-DICR) DND Directorate Project Delivery Command & Control (DND-DPDCC)
TBD
Luncheon reception
12:30 - 13:00 PM
Lunch & surprise keynote
Details to be shared soon
13:00 - 14:00 PM
Breakout Session C
14:15-15:15 PM
SSC Enterprise IT Procurement (SSC-ETIP) and Networks and Security Engineering and Integration (SSC-NSEI)
TBD
Refreshment Break
15:15 - 15:45 PM
Breakout Session D
15:45 - 16:45 PM
CSE Capability Development Group DND Defence X
TBD
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Immerse yourself in the tech of tomorrow
Artificial Intelligence
Augmented Reality
Autonomous Systems
Big Data
Blockchain
C5ISR
Cloud Computing
Cyber Defence
Cyber Security
Information
Warfare
IOT/OT
Machine Learning
Open Source Intelligence
Surveillance
Training & Simulation
Identify advanced market opportunities
Discover which cutting-edge technologies will be in the highest demand.
Converging industries welcome
Learn how adjacent technologies like AI and Open Source Intelligence will be integrated into national security projects.
Direct engagement with decision makers
Connect directly with program managers and operators.
Enhanced visibility
Take your place and be recognized amongst your peers as contributing to the collaborative conversation.
Government expert insights
Discover the government's vision and priorities for protecting Canada's cyber and digital future.
Unprecedented networking
Make new connections and engage with Canada's cyber and digital defenders.
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event
sponsors
CADSI is grateful to the following sponsors committed to driving innovation and fostering collaboration between Canadian industry and government departments, agencies and organizations.
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Nov. 7, 2024
Shaw Centre, Ottawa, Ontario
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