Global Aerospace Industry

An industry on the path to new horizons. The global civilian aerospace market is projected to reach US $430.9 billion in 2025, with a forecasted growth rate of 7.7% annually.

Canadian Excellence

Canadian Aerospace Industry

Home to industry leaders: Airbus, Avcorp, Bombardier, Bell Helicopter Textron

Industry Leadership

Over CA $27 billion GDP impact to national economy
More than 212,000 jobs across the sector
Top 5 rankings in civil flight simulators, engines, and aircraft
#1 R&D ranking among Canadian manufacturing industries
59 global aerospace companies with 91 projects in Canada

Industry Statistics

Global Market Size (2025):US $430.9B
Annual Growth Rate:7.7%
Market Projection (2030):US $573.6B
CAGR:5.9%
Recent Developments

Strategic Investments & Advancements

Latest developments driving Canada's aerospace industry forward through innovation and strategic partnerships.

MDA Space Global Headquarters

The establishment of MDA Space's global headquarters and Space Robotics Centre of Excellence in Brampton, Ontario. This cutting-edge facility will house the Canadarm3 and serve as the world's first commercial space robotics mission operations center.

Telesat's LEO Constellation

Telesat's collaboration with the Canadian government to develop their advanced Low Earth Orbit (LEO) global broadband satellite constellation, aiming to bridge the global digital divide and create thousands of high-quality jobs.

Sustainable Aviation Initiative

CA $350 million investment through the Strategic Innovation Fund to support the Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT), accelerating the green industrial transformation of the aerospace industry.

Why Choose Ontario

Ontario For Aerospace

Dynamic R&D, skilled workforce, and integrated supply chains make Ontario the aerospace hub of choice.

Economic Impact

CA $4.4B Direct GDP Impact
CA $6.4B combined direct and indirect
CA $2.9B in Exports (2020)
Strong global market presence
30% of Canadian Aerospace
Industry representation

Industry Leadership

Turboprop Aircraft Leader
World-class manufacturing
Business Jets Excellence
Premium aircraft production
Landing Gear Systems
Advanced technology solutions
Regional Excellence

Ontario's Aerospace Regional Strengths

Strategic aerospace hubs across Ontario driving innovation and manufacturing excellence.

Toronto Region

Strategic advantages for Aerospace, Defense, and Security (ADS) industries with over 170 foreign missions and key government departments. Hosts globally competitive ADS enterprises and Fortune 500 companies.

Waterloo Region

Flourishing aerospace sector supported by Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Benefits from proximity to Highway 401 and Toronto, with the Aviation Business Park offering development opportunities.

Brampton Hub

Emerging aerospace hub following MDA's Global Headquarters establishment. The Canadarm3 will be developed here, positioning Brampton as a key player in space technology innovation.

Education & Research

Talent Development and Academic Excellence

World-class educational infrastructure and research capabilities supporting aerospace innovation.

Educational Infrastructure

Ontario houses 16 universities offering engineering degrees, complemented by more than 40 post-secondary programs specifically related to aerospace.

McMaster University Investment

Over CA $3.8 million to train and upskill nearly 340 workers in southern Ontario's aerospace sector.

University of Waterloo Expansion

CA $9.2 million investment for expanding the Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Aeronautics (WISA).

Research Excellence

16
Universities with Engineering Programs
40+
Aerospace-Related Programs
23
Aerospace Programs at 9 Colleges
$13M
Recent Federal Investment
Industry Facts

Ontario's Aerospace Industry Facts

1st
Largest Aerospace sector in Canada
Leading the nation in aerospace innovation
46%
of Canada's space employment is here
Concentrated expertise in space technology
52%
of space revenues are generated here
Major contributor to space economy
75%
Boeing and Airbus commercial aircraft landing gear provided
Global leader in landing gear systems
25%
Canadian MRO activity accounted for here
Maintenance, repair, and overhaul expertise
80%
of finished products here are exported
Strong global export presence

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