CAE has appointed Matthew Crawley as Vice President and General Manager, Defence & Security Canada, effective September 14, 2026. Based in Ottawa, Matthew will lead CAE’s Defence & Security business in Canada and serve as a member of the company’s global leadership team.

Matthew joins CAE from Babcock Canada, where he served as Vice President, Corporate Affairs, leading initiatives across government relations, communications, business growth, and technology. He brings more than two decades of experience spanning Canada’s defence, aerospace, marine, and government sectors, including senior leadership roles within Public Services and Procurement Canada and the Department of National Defence.

Throughout his career, Matthew has supported major defence and procurement initiatives, including Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy and programs serving the Canadian Coast Guard, National Defence, and Transport Canada. His expertise in defence procurement, government affairs, and strategic engagement will support CAE’s continued growth in Canada while helping advance the company’s naval strategy and strengthen connections between its Canadian capabilities and international opportunities.

Crawley succeeds France Hébert, who is retiring following a distinguished tenure leading CAE’s Defence & Security business in Canada since 2019.