Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is pleased to host the Small and Medium Business (SMB) Procurement Expo on May 13, 2026, from 11:30 to 15:00, during the Mari‑Tech 2026 Conference in Victoria, BC. This dedicated session will support stronger engagement between government and industry by bringing together emerging and growth‑oriented SMBs, federal procurement officials, prime contractors, and partners across Canada’s marine and defence ecosystem.

The Expo will highlight Pacific‑region businesses, Indigenous-owned companies, and organizations advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the marine and defence sectors. It is designed to support companies that are new to, or scaling within, the marine and defence marketplace—contributing to greater supplier diversity and a more resilient Canadian industrial base.

More than a networking opportunity, the SMB Procurement Expo offers a focused space to build new connections, explore potential partnerships, and learn about federal procurement pathways that can help businesses navigate and participate in Canada’s marine and defence supply chains.

For questions related to the Expo, please contact Katrina MacGregor (katrina.macgregor@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca), Project Manager, Marine Commodity Management Office, Defence and Marine Procurement Branch, Public Services and Procurement Canada.