Committees

AIAC’s committees support and assist the development of specific aerospace industry segments or topics. Our committees include:

The AIAC Defence Committee guides the AIAC Board of Directors and member companies on government procurement policies and initiatives that impact the growth and international competitiveness of the defence industry. The Committee helps the government obtain the best value from its defence procurement expenditures while maximizing industrial development.

To inquire about the Defence Committee, contact Les Aalders.

The AIAC Space Committee identifies and helps address issues impacting the competitiveness of Canada’s space industry. It brings together industry representatives and government officials to determine how public policies, programs and spending can support space research, development and commercialization. The Committee also identifies areas in which Canadian-developed technologies can help government departments carry out their mandates.

To inquire about the Space Committee, contact Les Aalders.

The Suppliers Development Committee provides an independent, collective voice that speaks on behalf of small and medium-sized Canadian enterprises (SMEs). This committee communicates with governments, domestic and international markets, and the Canadian public. It also provides Canadian Aerospace SMEs with a forum for mutual support and self-help through better communications, teaming and mentoring.

To inquire about the Supplier Development Committee, contact Vlada Shilina.

The Civil Aviation Committee monitors and reviews proposed changes to aircraft certification, operation regulatory requirements, policies and advisory material coming from Transport Canada (TC), the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). The committee develops industry consensus on aviation regulatory issues, provides appropriate input and manages the industry relationship with these regulatory agencies.

To inquire about the Civil Aviation Committee membership, contact Les Aalders.

The International Exhibitions Committee organizes and coordinates Canadian group exhibits at international aerospace and defence trade shows. The Committee identifies priority venues for the aerospace industry and works with show organizers, member aerospace companies and contractors to mount an appropriate Canadian presence.

To inquire about International Exhibitions Committee, contact Vlada Shilina.

The Public Affairs Committee advises the Board of Directors on broad issues regarding government relations and communications. The Committee identifies priorities with respect to communications tools, public relations and dealings with the federal government. Its objective is to optimize the public perception of Canada’s Aerospace Industry and raise awareness of the benefits of aerospace for Canada.

To inquire about the Public Affairs Committee, please contact Maryse Harvey.