Josh Ogden — AVSS and NORRG - Canadian Defence Tech Market Map - January 2026
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About Josh Ogden — AVSS and NORRG - Canadian Defence Tech Market Map - January 2026
The Canadian Defence Tech Market Map by AVSS and NORRG is a comprehensive resource that maps over 290 Canadian companies and stakeholders in the defence technology sector. Updated in January 2026, it categorizes companies into areas such as full stack solutions, cybersecurity, mission planning, R&D, financial services, and more. It is intended to support the Canadian Defence Industrial Strategy and provides a broad view of the ecosystem including primes, SMEs, and investors.
Key Features
Includes 290+ Canadian defence tech companies and stakeholders
Categorizes companies into: Full Stack Solutions, Cybersecurity, Mission Planning, R&D, Financial Services, Resellers/Integrators, Advanced Hardware, Ecosystem Support, ITB
Revised version building on previous market maps
Created by AVSS and NORRG
Aimed at supporting the Canadian Defence Industrial Strategy
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage of 290+ companies
- Categorized by technology/sector for easy navigation
- Includes both established primes and emerging startups
- Free and publicly available
Cons
- Limited to Canadian defence sector
- Not a live database; may require updates
- Does not include detailed company profiles or financials
Best For
Identifying Canadian defence tech companies for investment or partnershipUnderstanding the Canadian defence innovation ecosystemMarket research for defence contractorsPolicy and strategy development
FAQ
What is the Canadian Defence Tech Market Map?
It is a comprehensive map created by AVSS and NORRG that lists over 290 Canadian companies and stakeholders in the defence technology sector, categorized by areas such as full stack solutions, cybersecurity, mission planning, R&D, and financial services.
Who created this market map?
The map was created by AVSS and NORRG and shared via LinkedIn post by Josh Ogden.