Mr. Chris Pogue reports

CALIAN AND COHERE PARTNER TO BRING SOVEREIGN AI TO DEFENCE INDUSTRY

Calian Group Ltd. and Cohere have signed a collaboration agreement to evaluate and integrate sovereign artificial intelligence in defence environments. The initiative will focus on applying secure, Canadian-developed enterprise AI to improve decision-making speed, enhance training outcomes and strengthen operational readiness for the Canadian military, allied forces, and small- to mid-sized enterprises through Calian Ventures.

The collaboration will apply Cohere's secure agentic AI platform, North, within controlled defence environments to explore how sovereign AI can support faster, higher-quality operational and training insights. By combining Cohere's enterprise-grade generative AI capabilities with Calian's expertise in defence operational readiness and next-generation training, the organizations will collectively assess how AI enhances mission planning, decision support, training effectiveness and operational workflows.

"Defence and security teams need AI they can trust, especially in sovereign, mission-critical defence environments," said Dave Ferris, vice-president, global public sector, Cohere. "Together, we're pairing our industry-leading AI platform and models with Calian's deep defence expertise to move beyond evaluation into real-world use, working through data sensitivity, scalability and adoption to enable defence forces to operate with greater operational clarity, precision and tempo."

The initiative will extend opportunities through Calian Ventures, enabling Canadian SMEs and partners to access and evaluate AI capabilities -- supporting innovation, accelerating adoption, and strengthening Canada's sovereign intellectual property and defence industrial base.

"This collaboration reflects how trusted AI can be integrated into defence environments in a practical and scalable way," said Chris Pogue, president, defence and space, Calian. "By combining Cohere's best-in-class AI capabilities with Calian's expertise in operational readiness training and mission support, we are helping organizations improve decision making, accelerate learning and enhance preparedness for complex operational environments."

As demand increases for secure, sovereign AI across defence and government, the collaboration positions Calian and Cohere to advance practical, interoperable solutions that support Canada's defence capabilities, support allied readiness and reinforce sovereign innovation.

About Calian Group Ltd.

For over 40 years, Calian has delivered mission-critical solutions when failure is not an option. Trusted worldwide, it empowers organizations in critical industries to overcome obstacles, manage risks and drive progress. By combining the expertise of its people, proven industry insight, cutting-edge technology, bold innovation and global reach, it delivers tailored solutions that solve complex challenges. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with over 6,000 people around the world, Calian has solutions that protect lives, strengthen security, foster global connectivity and drive economic progress, making a lasting impact where and when it matters most.

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