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Title:

Economic Security and Corporate Espionage Network (ECONSEC)

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$375,000.00

Agreement Date:

Sep 30, 2025 - Jun 30, 2027

Description:

ECONSEC will conduct research on economic security and corporate espionage – with a particular focus on businesses and universities – as a key element of national security, Canadian defence and Canadian prosperity. ECONSEC intends to map and identify this new threat reality and connect The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) with leading experts to inform the policy debate.

Organization:

National Defence

Expected Results:

The expected results from a MINDS collaborative network include enhanced research and analysis that inform and improve defence and security policies, contributing to more effective policy development and implementation. By fostering collaboration among academics, practitioners, and policymakers, the network aims to build capacity, encourage innovation, and increase engagement among diverse stakeholders, leading to improved defence capabilities and readiness. Additionally, the network seeks to disseminate knowledge broadly and build strategic partnerships, ultimately impacting defence and security outcomes both domestically and internationally.

Location:

Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2L 6C2

Reference Number:

018-2025-2026-Q2-NET05

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Wilfred Laurier University

Program:

Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS)

Program Purpose:

Through the establishment of Collaborative Networks, MINDS is increasing and diversifying research on defence and security issues in Canada, with the aim to meet the Defence Team need for relevant and timely advice and broaden the spectrum of expert voices contributing to the conversation.