Canada released its first-ever Defence Industrial Strategy... and buried inside billions in federal commitments is a direct opportunity for Waterloo Region tech companies that have been quietly building dual-use technology for years. Alchemy's thermal camouflage nanotech. Skywatch's satellite intelligence platform. And $244 million in grant funding for Canadian SMEs available right now.

We break down who it helps, how to access it, and why this could be one of the most underreported economic stories for K-W founders in years.