In this special Triple Helix episode of Defence Deconstructed, we’re featuring a special joint episode with the Conference of Defence associations, featuring a conversation between Dr. David Perry and CDA Institute Executive Director, Dr Gaëlle Rivard Piché, and host, David Borys. We look at the Defence Industrial Strategy and how it will impact defence procurement, industry and influence national security.

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Participants' bios:

Dr Gaëlle Rivard Piché is the Executive Director at the CDA Institute & Conference of Defence Associations

Dr. David Perry is the President and CEO at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute

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Host bio:

David Borys is a Research Fellow at the CDA Institute

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Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll

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Recording Date: February 24, 2026

Release date:

February 27, 2026