Official Conference of the Ontario Defence Association
Official Conference of the Ontario Defence Association
Canada's defence industrial base is growing. Best Defence brings together industry, government, military, procurement, technology, and supply chain leaders for two focused days of market intelligence, B2B/B2G networking, technology showcases, and defence-sector opportunity development.
Official Conference of the ODA · Members save 10%Your registration provides access to one of Canada's leading defence and security sector events — designed to help companies build relationships, understand procurement opportunities, strengthen supply chains, and connect with key decision-makers across the defence, aerospace, public safety, and dual-use technology ecosystem.
Learn about Canadian defence procurement opportunities and evolving sector needs.
Connect with industry leaders, prime contractors, SMEs, military representatives, government stakeholders, and procurement decision-makers.
See innovative and emerging technologies presented in a focused five-minutes-of-fame format.
Engage with companies, suppliers, partners, and sector stakeholders across the exhibit floor and networking sessions.
Best Defence regularly attracts participants from across Canada, with growing international attendance and representation.
Prices are shown in Canadian dollars. Mandatory 13% HST will be added to all fees.
Best value for attendees registering early. Full access to the two-day conference program.
Register →Must purchase one full conference pass; exhibit personnel are extra.
Includes access to the full two-day conference program.
Register →A focused option for attendees participating on one selected day.
Register →All fees in Canadian dollars. Mandatory 13% HST will be added. Technology Showcase eligibility must be confirmed with the conference team.
Best Defence Conference is the Official Conference of the Ontario Defence Association. Ontario Defence Association members receive a 10% discount on attendee registration.
Best Defence is a practical entry point for companies looking to expand within Canada's defence and security market. Its focused scale makes it easier to connect with key influencers, decision-makers, and potential strategic partners.
Understand emerging Canadian defence and security opportunities.
Meet potential partners, primes, suppliers, and collaborators.
Build and strengthen defence-relevant supply chain relationships.
Engage with government, military, industry, and procurement stakeholders.
Explore emerging technologies and innovation through the Technology Showcase.
Use two days to identify opportunities, build relationships, and accelerate market entry.
Program details are subject to change.
Best Defence 2026 will take place at RBC Place London in London, Ontario — a central conference and exhibition environment for two days of programming, exhibits, networking, and business development.
300 York Street
London, Ontario · N6B 1P8
October 20–21, 2026
Review your pass options, confirm the registration category that best fits your participation, and continue to the secure registration form to complete your registration for Best Defence 2026.
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