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Sources: Government of Canada, National Defence, Future Force Design
ForCe design
DepArtmentAl reSult 4.1 – DeFenCe CApABilitieS tO meet Future threAtS
DepArtmentAl reSult 4.2 – DeFenCe AnD SeCurity ChAllenGeS ADDreSSeD
thrOuGh innOVAtiVe SOlutiOnS
By using IDEaS to address DND/CAF requirements and technical gaps.
The IDEaS Program will help improve capabilities by launching additional
challenges in FY 2020-21.
By using Force Mix Structure Design to realign DND/CAF structures to deliver SSE.
Prioritizing Arctic Joint Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance for a science
and technology program to inform decisions on surveillance capabilities.
By using Capability Based Planning to senior leadership in making Force
Development decisions.
Continuing the implementation of the departmental ST&I Functional Authority.
By advancing the National Cyber Security Strategy.
Support Data, Innovation and Analytics group.
By using a Cyber Mission Assurance Program to identify, assess and mitigate cyber
associated risks.
Developing concepts and designs for alternative energy options.
By investing in partnership with allies for the reliable access of satellite
communication constellations to support operations globally.
Leveraging defence analytics to align efforts and expenditures.
Advance research in cyber warfare to improve and strengthen both defensive and
offensive capabilities.
Partnering with external organizations who are at the forefront of innovation.