More than 12,000 decision-makers, 600 VIPs and over 40 international delegations attended CANSEC 2025, Canada’s global defence and security tradeshow held May 28 and 29, 2025 at the EY Centre in Ottawa.
CADSI, the organizer of the event, thanked all the delegates, hundreds of exhibitors and leaders from government, military and industry who came from the across the country and around the world to attend the event.
Highlights include:
- A breakfast and keynote speech from Lord George Robertson, Former NATO Secretary General who addressed global instability, shifting alliances and the critical role Canada must play in today’s uncertain world. He emphasized the stakes facing democratic nations and the urgency of working together to defend shared values.
- A lunch and keynote speech by Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuania’s former Minister of Foreign Affairs, who spoke about the role Canada and its allies must play in protecting the digital and geopolitical frontiers. He concluded his speech reminding every delegate to stay alert, stay united and stay ahead
Mark your calendar for CANSEC 2026, which is scheduled for May 27 and 28.