Presented by Export Navigator and 123 Defence, this three-part webinar series is for B.C. SMEs considering the defence market.

Companies pursuing defence and dual-use opportunities may encounter requirements for organizational security screening, personnel clearances, protected information or Controlled Goods registration. These requirements can affect whether a company is eligible to bid, how quickly it can begin work and the internal processes that may need to be in place.

This session will explain how Canada’s Contract Security Program and Controlled Goods Program work, when they may apply and what companies need to do to prepare and get started.

Key Takeaways

1. Recognize security and Controlled Goods requirements in procurement documents.
2. Understand organizational security screening, including Designated Organization Screening (DOS), Document Safeguarding Capability (DSC) and Facility Security Clearance (FSC).
3. Learn how sponsorship works and how personnel security screening begins.
4. Determine when Controlled Goods registration may be required.
5. Understand the typical timelines, responsibilities and business considerations associated with meeting procurement requirements.