Who We Are

The Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association (CMISA) represents Canada’s marine industrial base at the national level, uniting shipyards, technology developers, and service providers that are essential to the country’s defence, security, and economic resilience.

We engage with the Government of Canada to strengthen domestic capability, modernize supply chains, and advance innovation across the marine and shipbuilding sector. CMISA advocates for policies and programs that enable Canadian companies to deliver the technologies, skills, and capacity required to support sovereign maritime capability and long-term national interests.

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Our Vision

To be the leading voice of Canada’s marine industry, championing a resilient, self-sufficient, and globally competitive sector that delivers world-class ships, capabilities, products, and services essential to our nation’s marine defense, sovereignty, security, and economic prosperity.

Our Mission

To strengthen and advocate for Canada’s marine industry by supporting the development, maintenance, and modernization of ships, advancing the world-class products and services of our members, and fostering business opportunities that drive innovation. Through collaboration and a unified voice, we work to influence policy, address challenges, and promote Canada’s sovereign marine and defence capability.