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SUMMARY:From Lab to Launch: Dual-Use Innovation Challenge & Partnering Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person to pitch your tech challenge and connect with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ researchers to accelerate dual-use innovation.



Mitacs, in partnership with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University, is hosting a targeted matchmaking initiative connecting Canadian companies with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University researchers to catalyze new research collaborations in defence and security innovations.







Why Participate?



The Defence Innovation Secure Hub (DISH) is focused on strengthening Canada’s defence innovation ecosystem by connecting industry, academia, and other stakeholders to address priority defence and security challenges. This partnering forum will provide a neutral, collaborative environment for companies to explore how academic research and talent can support innovation relevant to defence and security contexts.



Participating companies will deliver a brief pitch outlining a specific research opportunity/challenge for which they are seeking collaboration with researchers. The pitch session will be followed by structured matchmaking discussions with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University researchers whose expertise aligns with the company’s opportunity/challenge.



Projects arising from this event may be eligible for funding through Mitacs’ standard programs or special initiative (to be announced).



This opportunity is open to Canadian companies for opportunities that align with Canada’s Key Sovereign Capabilities outlined in Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy. Preference will be given to companies whose proposed projects align with Mitacs’ program criteria.







Registrations are currently closed.



Companies must:




Be a for-profit, incorporated company in Canada



Present a defined R&D opportunity/challenge suitable for collaboration with academia



Meet Mitacs’ program criteria



Be available to attend the event in person on June 25, 2026 from 10am – 1pm at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University at Kanata, Town Hall, Suite 128.
LOCATION:350 Legget Drive, Kanata, ON, Canada K2K 2W7
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