BDO Canada launches defence cyber readiness accelerator
BDO Canada, a mid-market accounting and consulting firm, has launched its defence cyber readiness accelerator to help defence contractors remain compliant with new procurement regulations.
The new offering will help clients prepare for the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC), a new federal framework for defence procurement that introduces baseline cybersecurity requirements for handling sensitive but unclassified information.
The BDO offering will help contractors assess readiness, identify compliance gaps, and build pathways toward procurement eligibility and certification.
“As CPCSC requirements begin to appear in defence contracts, suppliers and subcontractors will increasingly need to demonstrate cybersecurity readiness,” said Rocco Galletto, partner, cybersecurity, BDO Canada. “We’re here to help businesses navigate these requirements with confidence and turn cybersecurity readiness into a real competitive advantage.”
The federal commitment to building out Canada’s military and domestic defence industry is projected to create $81 billion in additional federal defence spending over the next five years.
“Our Defence Cyber Readiness Accelerator is built to give business leaders a clear, practical path through CPCSC so they can compete for defence work without overextending the business," said Mike Abbott, partner, technology & regulatory advisory, BDO Canada.
BDO Canada’s defence industry practice currently serves 250+ clients across the Canadian market, including aerospace manufacturers, robotics innovators, infrastructure firms, logistics providers, and technology suppliers. The practice’s offerings include deal advisory, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and incentives.
