2026 Canada Safety & Security Trade Mission

Join the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) for a high-impact trade mission to Canada—one of California’s most important economic partners and a rapidly growing, US$10+ billion annual market for safety, security, and critical infrastructure solutions.

This targeted, multi-city mission is designed to connect California companies with key Canadian decision-makers across government, defense, energy, and commercial sectors. Through curated meetings, site visits, and strategic briefings, participants will gain direct access to buyers, partners, and procurement officials actively seeking innovative technologies and solutions.

With programming aligned to major industry activity—including Canada’s leading safety and security tradeshow—this mission delivers a unique opportunity to accelerate market entry and expand your footprint in Canada.

 

Key Details

• Dates: October 18–23, 2026

• Locations: Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary

• Delegation Size: 8–10 California companies

• Sector Focus: Safety & Security, Defense, Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity

• Signature Event: Participation aligned with Security Canada Industry Tradeshow

 

Who Should Participate

This mission is ideal for California companies that are:

• Export-ready and seeking entry or expansion in Canada

• Operating in safety, security, or critical infrastructure sectors

 

Offering solutions in areas such as:

• Emergency response / wildfire / resilience

• Cybersecurity / data protection

• Defense or dual-use technologies

• Energy and infrastructure security

• Interested in government procurement and large-scale commercial partnerships

 

Why Canada

Canada is a top-tier market for California companies—deeply integrated through trade, investment, and shared priorities in innovation and security.

• Strong Market Demand: Significant public and private investment in defense, cybersecurity, and infrastructure protection

• Strategic Timing: Federal and provincial governments are actively advancing procurement and modernization efforts

• Trusted Partner: Longstanding California–Canada relationships support faster market entry and collaboration

• Accessible Entry Point: Familiar regulatory environment and strong alignment with U.S. business practices

 

What You’ll Gain

Participation is designed to deliver tangible, business-focused outcomes:

• Pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings with qualified buyers and partners

• Introductions to procurement officials at federal and provincial levels

• Real market feedback to refine your sales strategy

• Warm leads and partnership opportunities you can act on immediately

• Expanded network across industry leaders, investors, and partners

 

Program Highlights

Ottawa – Government & Defense Access

• U.S. Embassy briefing

• Meetings with Department of National Defence (DND) decision-makers

• Federal procurement insights

• Networking reception with diplomatic and government leaders

Toronto – Commercial & Provincial Hub

• B2B meetings with major corporations (finance, telecom, industrials)

• Engagement with Ontario government stakeholders

• Site visits to emergency operations and safety facilities

• Attendance at Security Canada Industry Tradeshow

Calgary – Energy & Critical Infrastructure

• Briefings with Alberta energy leaders

• Targeted B2B matchmaking focused on critical infrastructure

• Industrial site visits (oil, gas, and energy systems)

 

Expected Outcomes

By the end of the mission, participating companies will:

• Validate demand for their solutions in the Canadian market

• Build a pipeline of qualified business leads

• Establish relationships with key government and industry stakeholders

• Identify partnership and procurement opportunities

• Gain actionable insights to inform market entry or expansion strategy

 

Participation Fees

• Small (<$5M revenue)            $2,000

• Medium ($5M–$50M)              $4,000

• Large (>$50M)                           $6,000

 

What’s Included in the Participation Fee

• Customized B2B matchmaking

• Government and industry briefings

• Site visits and facility tours

• Networking receptions and events

• Group ground transportation (program-related)

• Inclusion in California’s official delegation

 

Not Included

• International and domestic airfare

• Hotel accommodations

• Meals outside of official programming

• Incidentals

 

Estimated Travel Costs

• ~$6,800 per person

 

Join This High-Impact Cohort. Apply now to secure your spot

GO-Biz will work with Channel Architect to deliver a high-impact program. Space is limited to ensure high-quality matchmaking and meaningful engagement. We are selecting a limited number of California-headquartered companies to ensure, strong alignment with Canadian demand, high-quality meetings (not volume for the sake of volume), and ensure real business outcomes

 

Registration:

• Register your interest at  https://step.business.ca.gov/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f

• Select Application Type: Event Application

• Then select “Canada 2026 Trade Mission” from event list

• Note, submission of your application does not constitute acceptance into the program.

• Company participation fee will be collected after your application is reviewed and approved.

 

Find the flyer here.