Defence Research and Development Canada

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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

News

More: Defence Research and Development Canada news

Features

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Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS)

Funding mechanisms to assist Canadian innovators in solving defence and security challenges.

Canadian Safety and Security Program

Canadian Safety and Security Program

Funding innovative science and technology for the safety and security of Canadians.

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