About Manitoba Aerospace
Manitoba aerospace and defence industry organization supporting sector development, workforce initiatives, supply-chain connection and promotion.
Operating context
The organization historically listed as Manitoba Aerospace is now identified by the provincial government as Manitoba Aerospace and Defence. Its workforce role has gained a specific new project: Canada and Manitoba announced $500,000 on September 24, 2026 for an AeroTrace Workforce Pilot delivered with mode40. The pilot trains aerospace and manufacturing workers in digital traceability, production data and applied AI, building on mode40's AeroTrace supplier-readiness platform. This is a funded training initiative, distinct from a government purchase of the platform or completed qualification of participating suppliers. The association also supports employee development and participates in the wider Manitoba defence ecosystem. Interested manufacturers should confirm pilot enrolment, participant requirements and the evidence their customers expect from traceability systems.