Mythbusting Government Procurement and Overview of Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)

Join Procurement Assistance Canada – Ontario Region for a special webinar session on Mythbusting Federal Government Procurement and the Innovation for Defence, Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program.

Who is this for?

Businesses looking for information to help decide if doing business with the government is an avenue they want to pursue.

About the event:

PART 1:

Did you know that the Government of Canada buys billions of dollars worth of goods and services each year? Do you think they only buy from big companies? Would you be surprised to learn that many of these contracts are awarded to small businesses in Canada?

• Join us to dispel some myths about selling to government and find out:
• What the government buys
• Who the government buys from
• How the government buys
• Where to find resources and free support for small businesses

PART 2:

Are you an innovator? Whether you are working from your home, an academic in a university lab, or a scientist in a small, medium or a major corporation, the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program is looking for your solutions to help solve defence and security challenges.

IDEaS supports the development of technology solutions from their conceptual stage, through prototype testing and capability development. The program provides funding and developmental resources, promotes collaboration between innovators, and provides opportunities for innovators to interact with Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces’ scientific and military experts.

This session will provide an overview of the IDEaS program and discusses its program elements including Competitive Projects, Innovation Networks, Contests, Sandboxes, and Test Drives. The Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program is looking for your solutions to help resolve defence and security challenges.

Disclaimer:

This event will be delivered in English only. If you require assistance in French or if you have any questions, require additional accommodations, including American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, to participate in this event, or are having difficulties registering please contact PAC-OR at 1-800-668-5378 or [email protected] immediately or before July 22, 2025. 

Please provide an active email address when you register as additional information regarding the event will be sent to you a few days before the event.

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