This invitation is extended on behalf of Digital Services Group and Canadian Joint Forces Command staff. Join subject matter experts from industry, academia, the Canadian Armed Forces, and the Department of National Defense for a panel discussion on modernizing defense procurement and accelerating innovation across the enterprise.

As DND/CAF continues to navigate increasing operational demands and rapid technological change, innovative procurement practices play a critical role in supporting capability development, digital transformation, and operational readiness.

Featuring guest speakers Senator Colin Deacon; Arianne Reza, Deputy Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada; Joe Armstrong, President of 49North; and LCol Amanda Whalen, Director, RCAF Digital Hub, CAF, the panel will explore how evolving procurement approaches can enable collaboration, strengthen partnerships, and deliver impactful outcomes across DND/CAF.

Why Attend In-Person:

· Gain insight into current and emerging approaches to defence procurement and innovation.

· Understand how existing tools can enable faster adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

· Explore collaboration opportunities to address existing challenges and identify practical solutions.

· Help shape a more agile, innovation driven approach to meeting CAF capability needs.

RSVP by May 20, 2026

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

Event Details:

Date: Friday, May 22, 2026

Time: 13:00 – 16:00

Location: 7 Bayview Station Rd, Bayview Yards, Ottawa, Ontario

Virtual: Online attendance available via Teams using the link below,

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/217466833885989?p=c8dyOjBt7CwUHkxcKj

Meeting ID: 217 466 833 885 989

Passcode: 3mS6ar9g

Format: Panel discussion with Q&A