Defence Day at Area X.O
Schedule
Tue Jun 09 2026 at 11:45 am to 02:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Area X.O | Ottawa, ON
About this Event
Defence Day at Area X.O | Ottawa Innovation Week 2026
June 9, 2026 | 11:45 AM – 2:30 PM | Area X.O
Proudly sponsored by EY.
Join us during Ottawa Innovation Week 2026 for an exclusive, invite-only Defence Day at Area X.O—a hands-on experience focused on real-world testing, demonstration, and commercialization designed for leaders advancing defence and dual-use innovation.
This half-day event brings together defence tech founders, scaleups, government and procurement leaders, industry partners, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders for a hands-on look at technologies in action.
Hosted onsite at Area X.O, you’ll experience a live test and demonstration environment to showcase capabilities in action, strengthen strategic connections, and accelerate pathways from innovation to deployment.
Through guided tours, live demos, and targeted networking, Defence Day is designed to drive meaninful outcomes—connecting you directly with the people and opportunities that matter.
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for:
- Defence tech founders and scaleups
- DND/CAF and defence stakeholders
- Federal procurement and innovation program leaders
- Strategic industry partners and sponsors
- Investors and commercialization partners with a defence focus
- Select municipal, provincial, and federal ecosystem leaders
What to Expect
- Live demonstrations of defence and dual-use technologies
- A guided tour of Area X.O’s real-world test and validation environment
- Direct access to key government, industry, and commercialization partners
- Curated networking designed to spark high-value connections
Event Agenda
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Arrival & Optional Networking
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM
Welcome Remarks
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Sponsor Feature
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Guided Area X.O Tour & Live Demonstrations
1:45 PM – 2:15 PM
Networking with light refreshments
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Next Steps
Space is limited to maintain a high-quality, curated experience. Register early to secure your spot.
To continue the conversation, attendees will also be invited to join Canada's Defence Innovation Hub Celebration and Reception sponsored by EY at 6:00 PM. Secure your reception tickets at the link here.
Where is it happening?
Area X.O, 1740 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 38.61
