Technopole Defence and Security (TDS) is a non-profit organization and unique business network in the fields of defence, security and public safety. Applying a personalized client-focussed business model, TDS forms strategic partnerships by combining its members' expertise and resources.

TDS brings together Canadian businesses, universities and research centres and creates synergies to promote the adoption of innovative technologies in the defence, security and emergency preparedness sectors.

TDS members operate primarily but not exclusively in the fields of:

• information technologies;
• communications;
• optics/photonics, and;
• geomatics.

Identify, qualify and promote business opportunities to bring forward innovative solutions in the Defence and Security market by leading collaboration between members, partners and operational users.

Enhance operational users' capabilities by accelerating the adoption of innovative technologies addressing the military and public safety environment.