As a benefit to members, friends, and WestDef delegates, WCDIA distributes by-weekly updates with opportunities and events within the aerospace, defence & security industry. WCDIA and its Board are not responsible for the accuracy of the contents. Please DO NOT contact WCDIA or the sender of the email for inquiries about third party information or events.
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2 Day Workshop "Getting in the Game" - ITB's for SME's
November 14 - 15, 2018
The Western Canadian Defence Industry Association (WCDIA) is holding a 2 day workshop regarding Canada's Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) framework. Geared to Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs), Post-Secondary Institutions and Research Agencies, the series of seminars will be delivered sequentially so that organizations can build knowledge and skills to better position themselves to participate in engagement activities with prime defence contractors, some of which are managing off-set obligations in the range of several billion dollars.
Seminar #1
will provide a basic understanding of the federal policy that ensures Canadian small business and public institutions benefit from military procurement.
Seminar #2
will assist SMEs and public institutions develop their Value Proposition so as to harness ITB opportunities.
Seminar #3
will provide SMEs and public institutions registered in the series with direct "hands-on" experience with a select group of prime defence contractors applying the lessons learned for "getting in the game".
The series is a pilot for a future program and will be designed and delivered by WCDIA.
Price: $899 (+GST) for WCDIA Members / $999 (+GST) for Non-Members
- Prices include the 2 day workshop (3 complete seminars), coffee breaks and lunch provided for 2 attendees.
For more information and to register click
here
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WCDIA Holiday Social
Join us for some holiday cheer, do some networking, and once again help support the Veterans' Food Bank.
Be sure to mark your calendars.
Event will be catered, with beer and wine available. Tickets $20/person
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
Date: December 13th, 2018
Location: Atrium in 1925 - 18 Ave NE
Time: 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.
We are currently looking for a few sponsors or volunteers to help with the Christmas Party this year. If you or your company is interested, please contact
kgavinchuk@wcdia.com
.
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BREAKING NEWS
PSPC has announced that Lockheed Martin Canada has been identified as the preferred bidder to provide the design and design team for the Royal Canadian Navy’s future Canadian Surface Combatants.
Read the announcement:
Read about the team and its design:
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Alberta Small Medium Business Funding Opportunity! Clean Technology Business Innovation Program - Call for Proposals
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Established Alberta small medium businesses can receive up to $20,000 in funding to engage consultants for GHG reduction assessments and plans. Awarded applicants will then be eligible to apply for up to $100,000 in funding for plan implementation at a later date.
Closing date for proposals is
November 23, 2018.
Download the program guide for more information:
Or contact:
Alistair Hazewinkel, Senior Business Partner, Funding Solutions
Alberta Innovates
(780) 450-5334
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IDEaS launches the second Call for Proposals (CFP) for Competitive Projects
DND/CAF has launched a second Call for Proposals (CFP) for Competitive Projects with nine (9) challenges. The CFP will be open until
November 27, 2018
.
Do you have proposals than can address:
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Opportunity for Alberta modeling, simulation, AR/VR and training experts: 2018 CANADA AT I/ITSEC
The
IITSEC
(Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference) takes place
November 26-30, 2018
at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. It is the world's largest modeling, simulation, and training conference.
IITSEC attracts about 16,000 attendees and 500 exhibitors from around the globe from the
computer-based 3D graphics, flight simulators, convoy trainers, advanced distributed learning, aerospace, communications, and public safety
sectors.
This annual event is one of the most cost-effective ways for the exchange of information among industry, the military, and the educational communities.
Why companies should participate:
- Compare your product/service with international competitors
- Gain insights and market intelligence
- Increase visibility of your product or service
- Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
- Participate in networking events
- Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service
Trade Commissioner Ximena Pauvif-Machado from the Consulate General of Canada in Miami is recruiting Canadian companies involved in the defense and security sector to attend. (modeling, simulation, AR/VR, and training experts)
She will be coordinating
business-to-business meetings
and a
networking event
for participating companies. Interested companies can reach out to her directly at
ximena.pauvif-machado@international.gc.ca
or by phone at (305) 579-1632.
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U.S. Embassy-led Buyer Delegation to SHOT Show 2019
The U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Embassy in Canada is pleased to invite Canadian buyers to apply to join our U.S. Embassy-led Buyer Delegation to the
SHOT Show
, January 22-25, 2019
at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.
The cost to apply to join the U.S. Embassy-led Buyer Delegation is
US$30 (Approx. CDN$38)
payable by credit card. The following are the benefits you will receive:
- Complimentary Registration for the exhibition hall admission (US$70-US$350 savings).
- Limited complimentary seats for Educational Seminars: There are limited complimentary seats available that will be provided upon request on a first come, first serve basis.
- Use of the International Trade Center (ITC) with conference rooms for private meetings. (You may schedule meetings rooms with U.S. exhibitors in advance or on on-site.)
- Badge printing in the International Trade Center (ITC) to avoid regular registration lines.
- Special VIP/IBP recognition badge holder so you will be visible to U.S. exhibitors.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and computer access with printing in the ITC.
- Invitation to International Reception
- Continental Breakfast and snacks each official show day in the ITC. (LUNCH WILL NOT BE PROVIDED)
Attendance as part of our delegation is
RESTRICTED
to commercial
BUYERS
or
INFLUENCERS
to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade and commercial buyers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services only.
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The newly reopened Veterans Association Food Bank is holding their 3rd annual Food for the Forces Veterans Food Drive!
The Veterans Association has taken over the operation of the food bank after the Poppy Fund announced it would be closing it's doors. The food bank is now run by veterans, for veterans.
The food drive will be held at the Walmart McKenzie Supercentre - 4705 130 Ave SE, Calgary, AB on Saturday, October 27, 2018 between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
In addition to the public, the association has asked for as many veterans as possible to come out and show their support for the new food bank.
100% of proceeds go to the veterans helping veterans.
Contact:
403
-FOR-VETS
(367-8387
)
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Integrys is a Canadian company serving Military and Aerospace clients with rugged computing and video products. We offer COTS (commercial off the shelf) products coupled with integration and engineering services.
Our specialized team helps our clients develop harsh environment computing and video systems meeting a range of demanding applications.
Contact: 1-888-890-1959
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Calling all WCDIA members:
Would you like to host the next coffee club networking event at your place of business or education facility? Please send us an email at
admin@wcdia.com
to let us know you are interested.
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- November 1 or 13, 2018
- December 11, 2018
- January 15, 2019
- February 12, 2019
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- March 12, 2019
- April 9, 2019
- May 14, 2019
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*These dates are tentative and are subject to change. Hosting companies must be in good standing with WCDIA.
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Industry Events at a Glance
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Food for the Forces Veterans Food Drive
October 27, 2018
Calgary, AB
See Information Above
WCDIA "Getting in the Game" Workshop
November 14 - 15, 2018
Calgary, AB
IITSEC (
Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference)
November 26 - 30, 2018
Orlando, FL
See Information Above
WCDIA Holiday Social
December 13, 2018
Calgary, AB
We are currently looking for a few sponsors to help with the Christmas Party this year. If you or your company is interested, please contact
kgavinchuk@wcdia.com.
Registration Coming Soon
SHOT Show 2019
January 22 - 25, 2019
Las Vegas, NV
See Information Above
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This email was sent by Western Canadian Defence Industries Association (WCDIA). WCDIA promotes Western businesses as viable suppliers for federal defence procurement initiatives. WCDIA aims to provide a means of mutual support to Tier 2 and smaller Western Canadian companies; to help develop their ability to serve the procurement needs of the Canadian defence industry. The WCDIA’s intent is to provide its members with practical training and advice on critical tools and issues.
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