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National security strategy gives space tech a supporting role
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Fusion42 · 2 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
Canada's new national security strategy prioritizes space-based communications and navigation technologies as part of a broader push to enhance sovereignty, with plans to increase defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2035 and deepen cooperation on strategic capabilities with the EU. Significant investments include $15 million in satellite navigation technology and new frameworks for positioning, navigation, and timing resilience.
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Canada is opening new doors for space tech firms by committing public funds and regulatory support to sovereignty and defence-capable space infrastructure. You need to engage government channels now to influence and benefit from emerging industrial plans and international cooperation deals.
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