Location: Halifax (TBD)

​​Date: June 2026 (TBD)

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Amid accelerating technological change and intensifying strategic competition, Canada and its allies face urgent challenges in securing the maritime domain. This full-day symposium convenes defence leaders, innovators, and experts to examine how emerging and disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and quantum, can impact operational readiness, resilience, and strategic posture.

 

Panels will provide a clear introduction to the technologies, their applications and challenges, policy considerations, and military implications. The symposium will also focus on providing foundations for informed future strategies on how Canada can navigate the promises and threats of emerging and disruptive technologies to maintain a decisive edge in maritime defence and security operations.

 

Discussions will address how cooperation, innovation, and coherent policy frameworks can accelerate the responsible adoption of these technologies while reinforcing interoperability and trust among partners. By aligning national and allied efforts in innovation and capability development, the symposium aims to chart a course toward a more adaptive and resilient maritime technology and defence ecosystem capable of sustaining advantage in complex and contested

 

Why Attend?

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Navigating Uncharted Seas is a symposium for government officials, industry innovators, students, and researchers seeking meaningful engagement with leading voices in maritime defence and security. The event invites participants to explore how emerging and disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and quantum, can create strategic opportunities while simultaneously introducing novel threats. Attendees can expect a forum where defence leaders, innovators, and experts share cutting-edge research, technological solutions, and foster high-value connections with key stakeholders and end-users. The environment encourages practical collaboration, informed dialogue, and creating strategic partnerships.

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