Aero Expo 2026
Waterloo Region Aerospace, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo
Discover the Future of Aerospace Innovation in Waterloo Region
Waterloo Region is home to a thriving community of companies developing technologies that are transforming aerospace, defence, advanced manufacturing, robotics, AI, sensing, and dual-use innovation.
Join industry leaders, manufacturers, researchers, investors, government representatives, and innovators for the Waterloo Region Aerospace, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo—an opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies, build valuable connections, and showcase the strength of one of Canada’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems.
Whether you’re looking to discover new technologies, grow your network, identify business opportunities, or explore strategic partnerships, the Expo brings the region’s aerospace and dual-use community together under one roof.
Why Attend?
- Explore innovations from leading aerospace, defence, and dual-use companies.
- Meet manufacturers, suppliers, researchers, and technology developers.
- Connect with government, investors, and industry leaders.
- Learn how Waterloo Region is contributing to Canada’s aerospace and defence future.
- Build new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships.
Who Should Attend?
- Aerospace and defence companies
- Advanced manufacturers
- Technology companies
- Researchers and post-secondary institutions
- Government agencies
- Investors
- Procurement professionals
- Economic development organizations
- Students interested in aerospace careers
About the Organizers
The Waterloo Region Aerospace, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo is presented by AeroWR in partnership with the Accelerator Centre, the Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, and the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce as part of Waterloo Tech Week.
Together, these organizations are working to strengthen Waterloo Region’s position as a leading Centre for aerospace innovation, advanced manufacturing, commercialization, and economic growth.
Make a day of it. Start your day at the Aero Expo, then continue the conversation at Communitech’s Dual-Use Defence Summit. Together, these complementary events offer a full day of innovation, collaboration, and connection across Waterloo’s thriving defence and dual-use ecosystem.
Explore Waterloo Region’s defence and dual-use capabilities at dualusetech.ca.
We are official event hosts with Waterloo Tech Week 2026, a celebration of what’s been built here, and what’s still to come. We’re building something great together. September 12-17, 2026. waterlootechweek.ca