Welcome to the Reconstituted Western Canada Defence Industries Association (WCDIA)
Representing companies, academia, and government partners across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, WCDIA is the unified voice for Western Canada's defence ecosystem. From cutting-edge technologies and supply chain excellence to workforce development and export opportunities, we are dedicated to fostering growth, collaboration, and competitiveness on national and international stages.
As a not-for-profit association, our mission is clear: to strengthen business opportunities, drive economic impact, and enhance Canada's national security by connecting industry with government, primes, and global partners. Whether through advocacy, networking events, educational programs, or strategic initiatives, we empower our members to thrive in a dynamic landscape.
Join us in this exciting new chapter. Together, we will build a stronger, more resilient defence industrial base in Western Canada – securing our future, one innovation at a time.
Discover opportunities. Connect with leaders. Shape the future.
A New Era for Western Canada’s Defense Sector
The Western Canada Defense Industries Association (WCDIA) is being relaunched—reenergized, refocused, and ready to build the next generation of defense innovation from the ground up. We are in the exciting early stages of rebuilding this organization, connecting the full spectrum of defense-related industries across Western Canada—from advanced research institutions and technology developers to established manufacturers and emerging startups.
Our mission is clear: to create a powerful, collaborative network that establishes Western Canada as a global leader in defense innovation, readiness, and capability development. New members joining now are truly on the ground floor, with the opportunity to shape the direction, priorities, and future of the association as we grow together.