Category Archives: Announcements

USC WITNESS on STANDING COMMITTEE 24 Nov at 0845

USC has a history of success as co-author with Transport Canada on UAV regulations. That reputation will see USC as a witness at the Standing Committee on Transportation, Infrastructure and Communities on Thursday 24 November from 0845 – 0945. The proceedings can be followed on line. Both  written and oral submissions will be posted on this website.

Student Unmanned Aircraft Systems Competition-Coast to Coast Sign Up

Students from Canadian Universities are flocking in impressive numbers to the 2017 Unmanned Systems Canada Student UAS Competition.  A total of 16 teams from New Brunswick to BC have registered for the event.  First time competitors from Calgary and Windsor, will add excitement and new input to this 9th annual challenge.   [wpdm_package id=2509 template=”link-template-calltoaction3.php”] […]

2017 Student UAS Competition Sponsorship Call

[wpdm_package id=2419 template=”link-template-calltoaction3.php”] USC is grateful to the sponsors who have generously contributed to the success of many competitions. To have your name associated with this world class event please contact [email protected].  Support the best and the brightest as they test their skills  28 – 30 April, Alma PQ. Last years competition attracted 18 teams from […]

Nomination for the 2016 Pip Rudkin Individual Achievement and Organizational Awards

Once again it is time to nominate an individual and a corporation that you think are deserving of receiving the USC-STC achievement awards recognizing their work in the advancement of UVS activities during the past year. The Pip Rudkin Individual Achievement Award was named in honour of Pip Rudkin who passed away last year.  Pip was a key member […]

Canadian Space Agency’s Bid for UAV Data Analysis

Canadian Space Agency (CSA) located in St-Hubert, (Quebec), plans to award several contracts through the Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA’s) Earth Observation (EO) Applications Development Program (EOADP) to: Highlight the added value of using UAS technology for civilian applications that currently use EO satellite data. Assess the potential viability of and provide a proof-of-concept for the […]

PWGSC LOI T8493-150035/B – UAS for NASP LOI#2 – SUMMARY and UPDATE

PWGSC has issued updated information regarding their Request for Information on the proposed Transport Canada UAS procurement for the National Aerial Surveillance Program. The updated information, and feedback on the industrial engagement sessions can be found at: https://buyandsell.gc.ca/procurement-data/tender-notice/PW-CAG-004-25953) [wpdm_package id=2103 template=”link-template-calltoaction3.php”] [wpdm_package id=2105 template=”link-template-calltoaction3.php”]

RFI – Government of Ontario – Unmanned Aerial Systems Service Providers

UNMANNED Aerial System Service Providers   Reference Number 378888   Solicitation Number OSS_00604925   Organization Name Ontario Shared Services   Source ID PV.MN.ON.895607.C90792   Associated Components No Dates   Published 2016-08-15   Revised   Closing 2016-09-09 04:00 PM Eastern Daylight Saving Time EDT Details   Category Aerospace   GSINS N1550: UNMANNED AIRCRAFT N6340: AIRCRAFT ALARM AND SIGNAL […]

Updated Canadian UAV Training Providers Database

The Canadian UAV Training providers database has been updated. In September we expect that all organizations will be able to add and edit their own profile. Through a partnership with AirMarket, this functionality is made available to Unmanned Systems Canada members and the drone industry. This platform is called AirMarket DATA, and will provide a […]