Ethics and the Defence Industry: Where Does Quebec Stand?

Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Osler, 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West

Conference & Cocktail Reception - FREE

In French

Global geopolitical shifts, combined with Canada’s new defence industrial strategy, are redefining priorities in security and economic development. This transformation is accompanied by new government investments aimed at supporting this transition. For companies already active in sectors related to the defence industry, as well as those whose expertise, technologies or production capabilities could be adapted to this market, this new reality raises a range of strategic, economic and ethical questions. 

What will be the economic and industrial impact of this geopolitical repositioning? How can Quebec companies integrate into emerging transatlantic supply chains? What role can Quebec play in this new economic architecture of security and resilience? And how can organizations balance business opportunities, social responsibility, compliance, transparency and ethical considerations in such a sensitive sector as defence? 

This discussion will bring together experts to shed light on the strategic choices organizations must make in this new environment. 

The team behind the Certification in Ethics and Compliance invites you to this free networking event. We would like to thank Osler for hosting us at its Montreal office, located at 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West, Suite 1100. 

Space is limited. We encourage you to register now, as spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. 

Join us for a discussion on new geopolitical realities and their impact on the defence industry in Canada. Experts will share their perspectives on business opportunities, the economic benefits for Quebec, as well as the responsibility, compliance and ethical considerations that accompany this strategic repositioning. 

5:00 p.m. – Doors open 

5:30 p.m. – Panel discussion - Ethics and the Defence Industry: Where Does Quebec Stand? 

  • Pierre Gignac, Global Leader, Ethics, Compliance and Privacy, CAE 
  • Guy Saint-Jacques, Consultant, Speaker and Administrator 
  • Stéphane Eljarrat, Partner, Osler (Moderator) 

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Networking reception (drinks and hors d’oeuvres included) 

Our moderator

Stéphane Eljarrat, Associé, Osler

Stéphane Eljarrat

Partner, Osler

Our panelists

Pierre Gignac, Leader mondial, éthique et conformité, CAE

Pierre Gignac

Global Leader, Ethics, Compliance and Privacy, CAE

Guy Saint-Jacques

Consultant, Speaker and Administrator

Founding member

 

 

Partners

In collaboration with

 
Joëlle Zoghbi
QUESTIONS?

Joëlle Zoghbi

Program Manager

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