WRITER PROFILE
The son of a naval commander and the grandson of an army major general, Tim Page 's career has been within the business sector. He is currently President of CADSI, the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries. Through this position, Mr. Page is lobbying for greater recognition and support for the role played by Canadian industry in support of Canada's national security objectives. An experienced public policy, communications and association professional, previously involved with industry groups such as the Cdn Chamber of Commerce and the Assn of Consulting Engineers of Canada, his interests have been to promote Canada as a globally competitive economy and as a contributor to international development.
Articles by this writer
Recommendations for consideration may help to enhance DPS implementation success and level the playing field.
The 2013 Budget commitment is a watershed moment for Canada’s defence sector.
To effectively maximize taxpayer return on military procurements through strategic industrial benefits, Canada must first remove impediments from the IRB guidelines.
Claiming that Canada’s defence and security industries have grown and sustained themselves largely through their ability to earn international business, CADSI calls for a home grown industrial strategy to support its own defence and national security objectives.
The Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries provides a checklist to evaluate the federal government’s ability to re-invest in military and security forces while achieving strategic long-term economic benefits for Canada...
