Defence Procurement 101 – Webinar

Defence Procurement 101 webinar session provided small and medium-sized businesses with a practical overview of how to enter and navigate Canada’s defence sector. Featuring a fireside chat between Caleb Walker, Director at 123 Cyber, and Randy Purse, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at the Catalyst, the session explored how procurement works within Canada’s defence ecosystem, including engagement pathways with government buyers and prime contractors. It also highlights actionable steps SMEs can take to prepare for opportunities and position themselves within defence supply chains, concluding with a Q&A on procurement readiness and market entry strategies.