Amid growing global security challenges and rising pressures on Canada’s defence and Arctic sovereignty, Calian Group Ltd. (TSX: CGY) is taking a major step forward.
The mission-critical solutions company, known for its work across defence, space, healthcare, and strategic infrastructure, has unveiled a $100 million strategic funding initiative.
The goal? To fast-track the development and deployment of Canada’s sovereign C5ISRT capabilities—covering Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Targeting.
A Multi-Source Funding Approach
This ambitious funding will come from a variety of sources.
Calian Ventures will contribute capital investment, while co-development partnerships with Canadian small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) will help create new intellectual property.
Additional support will flow from regional investment agencies and federal programs, ensuring a strong, multi-layered approach to building Canada’s defence technology infrastructure.
Launching a Nationwide Innovation Network
The first phase of this initiative involves setting up a national network of regional development labs, stretching coast to coast to coast.
These labs will serve as hubs for testing, validating, and scaling defence technologies developed through Calian Ventures.
By bringing together SMEs, the Canadian Armed Forces, NATO allies, government, academia, and industry partners, these labs aim to accelerate the journey from concept to operational capability for innovative, interoperable solutions.
Understanding C5ISRT
At the heart of this effort is C5ISRT, the modern backbone of defence operations.
By integrating cyber and targeting functions into core operations, C5ISRT enhances decision-making speed, streamlines sensor-to-effect integration, and strengthens resilience across land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains.
In today’s multi-domain security environment, such integration is essential for maintaining operational superiority.
Calian’s Role in Driving Innovation
Calian has long empowered organizations in critical sectors to tackle challenges, manage risks, and achieve progress.
By combining deep expertise, proven industry insight, advanced technology, and global reach, the company supports clients in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
With a workforce of over 6,000 people worldwide, Calian is well-positioned to lead Canada’s next chapter in defence innovation.
Looking Ahead
With this $100 million initiative, the focus is clear: accelerate the development of homegrown C5ISRT solutions, strengthen national defence capabilities, and foster collaboration between industry, government, and academia.
The coming years could see Canada at the forefront of sovereign, multi-domain defence technology.
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