Working in defence and satellite technology means operating under strict regulations, government oversight and complex procurement rules. We help clients reduce risk, clear regulatory hurdles and compete for high-value opportunities.
Our Defence and Security Group advises on some of Canada’s most critical procurement mandates, including controlled goods, industrial security and contracts of national strategic importance. We act on matters requiring federal security clearances and support governments, established contractors and emerging technology companies. Whether you are pursuing major procurements, managing export controls or securing required clearances, we help you meet your obligations and position your business for success.
We assist clients entering the Canadian market, bidding on major programs or managing ongoing compliance obligations. Our experience spans the full defence technology spectrum, from early-stage innovators to multinational corporations.
Experience that reduces risk
BLG focuses on the areas that matter most to defence-sector participants:
- Procurement and government contracts
Support across the full procurement cycle, including pre-bid strategy, government RFPs, contracting, bid disputes and performance issues. - Export controls, controlled goods and economic sanctions
Guidance to ensure compliance with export laws, controlled goods requirements and sanctions regimes, enabling clients to operate without interruption. - Government security clearances
Advice on industrial security obligations and security clearance processes required to access and perform on defence contracts.
Additional services include:
- Joint ventures and teaming agreements
- Intellectual property rights and protection
- International trade, customs and lobbying requirements
- Corporate matters, commercial litigation, labour and employment
We have advised on projects of national strategic importance, including:
- Canada’s historic investment in the next generation of its air force fighter aircraft and associate training programs
- The Canadian Surface Combatant program
- Complex, high-stakes mandates for global defence contractors
- Satellite constellation procurements for international manufacturers
We appear before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the Federal Court, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. We also understand the international frameworks that shape government contracting, including WTO, CUSMA, CETA and OECD rules.
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Canada’s defence sector offers significant opportunity for those prepared to meet its regulatory demands. We support aerospace, naval, cybersecurity and technology clients as they bid, build and grow in the Canadian market.
