Ontario Defence Association Official Conference of the Ontario Defence Association
 October 20–21, 2026  ·  RBC Place London, Ontario
Technology Showcase · October 20–21, 2026

Technology Showcase

Present your innovation to Canada's defence, aerospace, public safety, government, procurement, and dual-use technology community.

The Technology Showcase is a signature feature of Best Defence, giving selected companies a focused on-stage opportunity to introduce their technology, capability, or solution to the conference audience.

ODA Official Conference of the Ontario Defence Association
Technology Showcase

Best Defence 2026

DatesOctober 20–21, 2026
VenueRBC Place London
LocationLondon, Ontario
What Is It

A focused stage for defence innovation

The Technology Showcase gives participating companies a concise, high-impact opportunity to promote their technology from the stage to the Best Defence Conference audience. It is designed for companies with innovative and emerging technologies relevant to defence, aerospace, public safety, security, and dual-use markets.

In a focused "five minutes of fame" format, companies can introduce their capability, explain its relevance, and build awareness with decision-makers, partners, customers, and stakeholders across the defence ecosystem.

On-Stage Visibility

Present directly to the conference audience.

Defence-Relevant Audience

Reach decision-makers, partners, and stakeholders.

Business Development Momentum

Turn visibility into follow-up conversations.

Market Entry Support

Introduce capability to the Canadian defence market.

Presentation Options

Choose your slot

5-Minute Technology Showcase Presentation
Concise on-stage opportunity for company or technology visibility · + conference fee
$795
10-Minute Technology Showcase Presentation
Longer on-stage opportunity to present in more detail · + conference fee
$1,295

All fees in Canadian dollars; mandatory 13% HST will be added. Technology Showcase participation requires eligibility confirmation from the Best Defence team.

Who Should Participate

Built for innovators

AI & Data Companies
Cybersecurity & Digital Defence
C4ISR & Sensing
Aerospace, Land & Naval Technologies
Advanced Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Public Safety & Dual-Use Innovation
Why Present

Why present at Best Defence

Reach Decision-Makers
Support Market Entry
Strengthen Partner Conversations
Complement Exhibiting or Sponsorship
Build Follow-Up Momentum
Showcase Format

How it works

01

Confirm Eligibility

Contact the Best Defence team to determine fit.

02

Select Presentation Length

Choose the 5-minute or 10-minute option.

03

Prepare Your Presentation

Build concise, audience-ready content focused on technology, market relevance, and defence-sector value.

04

Present at Best Defence 2026

Take the stage during the Technology Showcase.

Presentation timing, sequence, and final participation are subject to program scheduling and confirmation.

2026 Participants

Showcase participants

Participants and presenters will be updated as confirmations are completed.

Manitoulin Group
Modern Requirements
Interknowledgy
Centreline (Windsor) Ltd.
NAVETRA by Purple Wins
Canadian Special Warfare Lab
DRT Cyber
Additional participants to be confirmed
Amplify Your Presence

Combine your participation

Exhibitor Options

Add a display table and exhibit-floor presence to your showcase participation.

View Exhibitor Options

Sponsorship Opportunities

Increase brand visibility with a sponsorship package or à la carte opportunity.

View Sponsorship Opportunities
Good to Know

Important Technology Showcase notes

Eligibility

Ask about showcase eligibility

Ready to showcase your technology?

Introduce your capability to Canada's defence, security, and dual-use community.

Ask About Showcase Eligibility