Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR)

On October 24th, we welcomed over 270 participants from the aerospace industry, academia, government and supporting organizations at our second annual DAIR To Innovate conference. The event served as a catalyst for innovation, fostering connections and exchanging ideas to propel Ontario’s aerospace industry forward. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and building on the momentum from this year’s conference. 🔎 Discover more about #DAIRToInnovate 2024: https://lnkd.in/gPmKX9Jt We want to thank the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario | Agence fédérale de ... for its continued support of DAIR and DAIR To Innovate. 🙌 💡 Special thanks to our hosting partner Centennial College We extend our sincere gratitude to Bombardier and Siemens for their invaluable support as returning Premier #D2I Event Partners for 2024. And a huge thank you to our following sponsors for your generous support: Platinum Sponsors: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Gold Sponsors: Consortium de recherche et d'innovation en aérospatiale au Québec (CRIAQ), Innovitech, Invest Mississauga, National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada, Ontario Aerospace Council, Toronto Metropolitan University (AERIAS) and Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. / Solid Ultrabattery Inc. Silver Sponsors: BMP Metals, Collins Aerospace, MaRS Discovery District, University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies and Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA)

🌟 Thank You! As we bid farewell to two of our remarkable DAIR Board Members, Michael Hood and Christine Lundvall, we want to express our deepest gratitude for their incredible contributions to Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR). Your leadership, vision and dedication have been pivotal in guiding our organization and shaping the future of the Ontario aerospace industry. Thank you for the countless hours you have invested and the support you have shown. 💙 Although it is sad to have Mike and Christine depart, we are excited for the new opportunities ahead. You will always be part of DAIR and we wish you both all the best in your future endeavours and continued contributions to Canada. #Governance #Leadership #Community

🇨🇦 Thank you to Mike Mueller and entire AIAC team for another great #CanadianAerospaceSummit Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR)'s Executive Director, Phil Arthurs had the pleasure of attending and connecting with industry, academic and government partners. We’re eager to follow up on the discussions and insights shared by the speakers and through the networking opportunities, as we continue to work together to shape the future of aerospace in Canada. #CAS2024 #Ottawa #FutureOfAerospace #Innovation Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC)\Association des industries aérospatiales du Canada 📸 Dave Farmery & Brandon Robinson

🇨🇦 ✈️ We were thrilled to be at this year’s Canadian Aerospace Summit's Annual Aerospace Dinner! It is an amazing opportunity to connect with leaders in the aerospace industry and explore the latest innovations shaping the future of flight. A special shoutout to Horizon Aircraft for winning the Small Business Innovation Technology (SBIT) Award! 🏆 Their ground-breaking work in hybrid-electric aviation is transforming how we think about sustainable flight. We're proud to support their vision and assist in propelling a cleaner, more efficient future for #Canadian aviation. 🌍 Stay up to date on the event by following the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC)\Association des industries aérospatiales du Canada and learn more about Horizon Aircraft at: https://lnkd.in/eRe65w7K #CanadianAerospaceSummit #AerospaceInnovation #CAS2024 #HybridEnergy ✈️ Brandon Robinson

🔑 A key feature of "DAIR to Innovate 2024" was the Tech Showcase, where cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects captivated attendees and sparked dynamic discussions about the future of aerospace. ✈️ Each exhibit emphasized the collaborative spirit within the aerospace sector, as innovators shared insights and explored potential partnerships aimed at pushing boundaries and driving progress. Participants had the opportunity to engage directly with the technologies on display, learning about new developments that will transform and reshape the #aerospaceindustry. The overwhelming feedback from attendees underscored the event's success in creating a collaborative atmosphere that will drive the aerospace sector’s growth in Ontario. 🔎 Discover more about #DAIRToInnovate 2024: https://lnkd.in/gKaz4xyE 🍁 Advanced Mobility Products Inc., Avion Technologies, Inc., Bombardier, Carbonhound, Centennial College, Drone Delivery Canada, HEBE Hydrogen, Innovitech, MHI Canada Aerospace, Inc., National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada, Ontario Centre of Innovation, Peterborough Airport, Progima, RAMPF Composite Solutions (CAN), Siemens, Superwake Ltd, Toronto Metropolitan University (AERIAS), Tristar Coatings Ltd, VAC AERO International Inc., Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. / Solid Ultrabattery Inc. and Vooban #Netzero #Greentech #Decarbonization

This concludes this year’s DAIR To Innovate 2024 Conference 🎉 👏🏽 As we step into our reception, it is amazing to see organizations and attendees share ideas and forge connections. Thank you to all our speakers, panelists, attendees and sponsors for making it a success. Your insights and passion have inspired us all and we look forward to using the discussions from today to advance our industry. 💡Until next time, keep pushing the boundaries of aerospace and discover what Canada has to offer!️ #DAIRToInnovate #Canada #NetZero #GreenTech 🍁 Special thanks to our hosting partner Centennial College We extend our sincere gratitude to Bombardier and Siemens for their invaluable support as returning Premier Event Partners for #D2I 2024. And a huge thank you to our following sponsors for your generous support: Platinum Sponsor: De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited Gold Sponsors: Consortium de recherche et d'innovation en aérospatiale au Québec (CRIAQ), Innovitech, Invest Mississauga, National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada, Ontario Aerospace Council, Toronto Metropolitan University (AERIAS) and Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. / Solid Ultrabattery Inc. Silver Sponsor: BMP Metals, Collins Aerospace, MaRS Discovery District, University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies and Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA)

As we wrap up our official #DAIRToInnovate program, we were excited to hear from our very own Andrew Petrou, Associate Vice President of Centennial College and Chair of the Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR) Board of Directors. #PurposeDriven #Leadership ✈️ Special thanks to our hosting partner Centennial College We extend our sincere gratitude to Bombardier and Siemens for their invaluable support as returning Premier Event Partners for #D2I 2024.

🇨🇦 ✈️ Panel #5: “Advancing a Collaborative Approach to the Canadian Aerospace Innovation Ecosystem” Panelists participated in thought-provoking discussion on unveiling resources and fostering collaboration within the Canadian aerospace innovation ecosystem. With key takeaways including: ⏩ The importance of synergizing efforts across Canada to drive growth opportunities. ⏩ Strategies for uniting stakeholders to enhance innovation and support development. ⏩ The potential for collaboration to unlock new pathways for advancement in aerospace. A huge thank you to our panelists for their insights: 💬 Phil Arthurs – Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR) 💬 Etienne Leclerc-Jolette – Consortium de recherche et d'innovation en aérospatiale au Québec (CRIAQ) 💬 Michel Dion –INSAT ~ INTAD 💬 Melanie Lussier – Aéro Montréal 💬 Suzanne Kearns, – Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA) 💬 Moderator: François Provencher – Innovitech #AerospaceInnovation #Collaboration #DAIRToInnovate #Opportunities

Panel #4: “Shaping Tomorrow – Cultivating the Skills of the Next-Gen Aerospace Workforce” ✈️ 💪🏽 We had a dynamic conversation about engaging the next generation and leveraging academic partnerships for experiential learning in the aerospace sector. 🔎 Key takeaways included the focus on strong ties between industry and academia, the implementation of real-world projects to prepare students for future challenges and the diversification of the workforce as vital takeaways to keep up with the ever-changing aerospace ecosystem. 👏🏼 A big thank you to our fantastic panelists: - Ron Ganis – Collins Aerospace - Tim Repetski – Centennial College - Patrick Coulter – FlightSafety International - Renu Kumar – Trinity Aerospace - (Moderator) Ashton Jila – Toronto Metropolitan University #WorkforceDevelopment #ExperientialLearning #DAIRToInnovate #STEM

We now turn the focus to our next guest speaker Matthew Aiken, President and Principal Consultant at Murisphere Solutions and Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research (DAIR) Consultant, as he discusses our new DAIR Initiative: 🍁 Innovation Network 🍁 🔑 Key takeaway: The Innovation Network is designed to accelerate innovation through a cyclical and iterative process. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gy2r5y_2 #Innovation #Network #Ecosystem 💡 Special thanks to our Hosting Partner Centennial College We extend our sincere gratitude to Bombardier and Siemens for their invaluable support as returning Premier #D2I Event Partners for 2024.