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Canada's Aerospace Industry Contributes $33.1 Billion to GDP

September 13, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Canada's aerospace industry contributed $33.1 billion to GDP in 2025.
The sector supported 218,700 jobs nationwide.
Exports reached $28.2 billion to over 170 countries.
The industry invested $1.8 billion in research and development.

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Strategic Implications

Canada's aerospace industry recovery may signal a shift towards increased defence spending and supply chain integration. The adoption of digital manufacturing technologies suggests a focus on efficiency and innovation, which could position Canada as a leader in the global aerospace sector.

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What Happened

Sector Returns to Growth Amid Defence Procurement and Supply Chain Integration

Canada’s aerospace industry has completed its post-pandemic recovery and returned to growth, contributing $33.1 billion to Canada’s GDP in 2025 and supporting 218,700 jobs nationwide. The sector’s exports reached $28.2 billion to more than 170 countries, with the industry investing more than $1.8 billion in research and development. Three trends are shaping the industry’s future: defence spending acceleration, supply chain prioritization, and digital manufacturing. This growth was reported in the July 2026 State of Canada’s Aerospace Industry Report released jointly by Innovation, Science and Economic Development and the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada.

Source | Originally Published: July 1, 2026

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