Securing Canada's data, people, and borders through homegrown technology.
DualUseTech.ca connects national security and public safety stakeholders with Waterloo Region innovators building protective, responsible technologies across air, land, sea, cyber, and space.
Who We Serve
Bridging the gap between innovative Canadian technology and those who protect our nation.
Government & Agencies
Decision-makers focused on sovereignty, safety, and operational readiness.
Critical Infrastructure Operators
Partners focused on reducing blind spots and response times.
Allied & Regulated Partners
Collaboration aligned with Canadian priorities and international commitments.
Canadian Dual-Use Innovators
Access to networks, experience, and expertise in bringing dual-use technologies to government and defence industries.
What Does "Dual-Use" Mean?
Dual-use innovation delivers commercial outcomes like early warning systems, search and rescue, environmental monitoring, wildfire detection, Arctic safety, and safer airports and ports, while also supporting Canadian defence and sovereignty needs.
Why Waterloo Region?
A growing national security innovation cluster with world-class research, deep technical talent, and strong commercialization support.
Research Excellence
Deep roots in the University of Waterloo and regional R&D excellence
Dual-Use Focus
Technologies applicable to both commercial and defence markets
Strategic Applications
Innovation supporting Arctic sovereignty, border security, and cyber resilience
Commercialization Support
Strong ecosystem including Accelerator Centre, Communitech, and Velocity
Key Focus Areas
- →Quantum sensing
- →Autonomous systems
- →Advanced vision
- →Secure airspace
- →Maritime intelligence
- →Cybersecurity
How to Engage
For Buyers & Partners
Tell us your operational problem, environment, and constraints. We will connect you to relevant Canadian capabilities.
Start a conversationFor Prospective Members
Membership is for in-market organizations directly delivering dual-use technology for commercial and defence use.
Apply to be a memberFor Defence-ready Manufacturers
Share your production capabilities so defence technology teams can discover and engage your manufacturing services.
Submit your profileReady to connect with Canadian dual-use innovators?
Whether you're a government agency, critical infrastructure operator, or innovative company, we can help you find the right Canadian solutions.