Defence Research and Development Canada
Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) is Canada's science, technology and innovation leader, trusted advisor, collaborative partner, and knowledge integrator for defence and security. We develop and deliver new technical solutions and advice to the Department of National Defence, the Canadian Armed Forces, other federal departments, and the safety and security community. We also work with partners in academia, government and industry and with Canada’s allies.
Services and information
Job opportunities
Career opportunities and student jobs at DRDC
Research and funding partnerships
Partnerships, innovation programs, information and work exchanges, intellectual property, grant information, research security
Research centres and capabilities
People, expertise, equipment and facilities to carry out world-class research and development
Research domains
Research areas such as platforms and weapons, and combat in the physical and virtual environment
Reports and publications
Defence and security research reports, strategies and policies, Open Science
Contact us
About Defence Research and Development Canada
Minister
The Honourable Bill Blair
Minister of National Defence
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News
- DARPA collaborates with UK and Canadian government partners in agency’s first trilateral project [you are now leaving Canada.ca]
September 20, 2024 - Australian Defence Scientist visits the Canadian Joint Warfare Centre
September 16, 2024 - Government of Canada releases a draft of Canada’s Ocean Noise Strategy for public feedback
August 23, 2024
Features
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)
Funding mechanisms to assist Canadian innovators in solving defence and security challenges.
Canadian Safety and Security Program
Funding innovative science and technology for the safety and security of Canadians.
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