Official Go-To Conference of the Ontario Defence Association · Proud Supporter and Partner
Official Go-To Conference of the Ontario Defence Association · Proud Supporter and Partner
Put your brand in front of Canada's defence, aerospace, public safety, government, procurement, technology, and supply chain leaders.
Best Defence 2026 brings together industry, government, military, prime contractors, SMEs, technology innovators, and strategic partners for two focused days of market intelligence, networking, exhibits, and business development.
Official Go-To Conference of the Ontario Defence AssociationThe organizations below are supporting Best Defence 2026. Select a linked logo to visit the organization.
Best Defence is a premier showcase of Canada's dynamic and growing defence sector. Sponsorship gives your organization a practical way to build visibility, meet strategic partners, discover business opportunities, and accelerate market momentum.
Diamond is by invitation only. Platinum, Gold and Silver are fully subscribed for 2026; limited Bronze availability remains. All fees in Canadian dollars; 13% HST will be added.
| Benefit | Diamond | Platinum | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 availability | By invitation | Fully subscribed | Fully subscribed | Fully subscribed | Limited |
| Conference passes | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Booth personnel passes | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Exhibit space | 20 × 20 | 10 × 10 | 10 × 10 | 10 × 10 | — |
| Wi-Fi + power included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Company presentation | 4 min | 3 min | — | — | — |
| Introductory remarks | 1 min | 1 min | 1 min | — | — |
| Pre-event email inclusion | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Social media promotion | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Website logo / link | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Official Program ad | Full page | Half page | — | — | Name listing |
| Event materials logo | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sponsor signage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo on screen | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Promotional item opportunity | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Welcome breakfast sponsor | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Post-event thank-you email | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
Diamond and Platinum are premium packages. Benefits vary by package level and are subject to confirmation. Contact Best Defence to obtain pricing.
Confirmed 2026 sponsors are named below. Contact Best Defence to obtain pricing for any opportunity still open.
Email inclusion, social media promotion, website logo placement, and Official Program recognition.
Signage, screen recognition, exhibit space, conference branding, and networking visibility.
Sponsor inclusion in post-event communications and thank-you messaging.
Best Defence Conference is proud to be recognized as the Official Go-To Conference of the Ontario Defence Association. This relationship strengthens the conference's connection to Ontario's defence and dual-use ecosystem and reinforces its role as a gathering point for industry, government, military, technology, and supply chain stakeholders.
Build visibility, meet strategic partners, and accelerate momentum across Canada's defence and security sector.
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