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 […]

2016 Call for Nominations for Election to the USC Board of Directors

All Members of Unmanned Systems Canada In accordance with the By-Laws, Unmanned Systems Canada is presently seeking nominations to fill three (3) vacant positions on its Board of Directors. Board Members are elected for three years, and are expected to actively participate in the affairs of the association. Any Member in good standing may nominate […]

Conference Chairman’s Welcome

UnmannedCanada 2016 5 August 2016 Dear Friends and Colleagues, I am delighted and most honoured to be Conference Chairman for the upcoming UnmannedCanada 2016 conference to be held in Edmonton, Alberta, 1-3 November. This year’s conference theme, “At the Gateway” is particularly apt, as our host city Edmonton stands at the gateway to the north, […]

2016 RPAS Yearbook

2016 RPAS Yearbook, with updated Canadian section, now available for on-line viewing, and purchase. From Suas News: 2016 RPAS Yearbook – RPAS: The Global Perspective Subj.:   Online Availability For the 14th consecutive year, we have been able to publish this unrivalled publication. You are whole-heartedly thanked for your contribution to making this possible. The electronic […]

TC Announces Update to Stakeholders on Unmanned Air Vehicles

At 13:00 EDT yesterday, June 28th in Ottawa Transport Canada (TC) convened a meeting of UAV Stakeholders to provide an update on the policy and regulatory framework resulting from analysis of the comments received during the consultation period of the Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) to the Civil Aviation Regulations concerning the operation of Unmanned […]

Mexican UAS Regulations Announced

Stay tuned for details on Mexican Business Opportunities workshop at UnmannedCanada 2016. New Regulations for UAVs operation Today, the Mexican Aeronautic Agency (equivalent to the United States Federal Air Administration and to Transport Canada) issued the “Mandatory Administrative Regulations to operate Unmanned Air Vehicle Systems (UAVs)” (the “Regulations”), thereby substituting Regulations CO AV-23/10 R2. The […]