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CMMC 2.0 Compliance ServicesCybersecurity Maturity Model Certification for Canadian Companies

Protect your place in the US defense supply chain. Achieve CMMC 2.0 certification with Canadian-focused compliance expertise and C3PAO assessment support.

CMMC 2.0 Levels & Requirements

Three maturity levels aligned with the sensitivity of information you handle

CMMC Level 1 - Foundational

Basic safeguarding of Federal Contract Information (FCI) with 17 practices

Annual self-assessment
17 practices from FAR 52.204-21
FCI protection baseline

CMMC Level 2 - Advanced

Protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) aligned with NIST SP 800-171

110 security practices
Third-party or self-assessment
CUI safeguarding requirements

CMMC Level 3 - Expert

Enhanced protection against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) using NIST SP 800-172

Government-led assessments
Enhanced security requirements
APT countermeasures

Assessment & Certification

Formal assessment by C3PAOs or self-assessment depending on level and contract requirements

System Security Plan (SSP)
Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
Continuous monitoring evidence

Our CMMC Compliance Process

From scoping through certification - a proven path for Canadian defense suppliers

1

Scoping & Level Determination

Weeks 1-3

Identify CUI/FCI data flows, determine required CMMC level, and define assessment scope for your Canadian operations.

2

Gap Assessment & Remediation Plan

Weeks 4-10

Assess current security posture against NIST SP 800-171/172, identify gaps, and develop a prioritized remediation roadmap.

3

Implementation & Documentation

Weeks 11-22

Implement required security controls, develop the SSP, and build evidence artifacts for assessment readiness.

4

Assessment Preparation & Certification

Weeks 23-28

Conduct pre-assessment readiness reviews, support C3PAO assessment activities, and achieve CMMC certification.

Why Canadian Companies Need CMMC

CMMC certification is becoming a prerequisite for participation in the US defense supply chain. Canadian companies that act now will secure their competitive position.

Maintain eligibility for US Department of Defense contracts
Protect sensitive CUI and FCI in Canadian facilities
Gain competitive advantage in North American defense supply chains
Align with NIST SP 800-171 and 800-172 best practices
Demonstrate security maturity to prime contractors and partners
Meet ITAR and export control requirements for cross-border operations

Non-Compliance Consequences

Loss of DoD contract eligibility

Cannot bid on or retain contracts requiring CMMC

Supply chain exclusion

Prime contractors will replace non-certified suppliers

False Claims Act liability

Misrepresenting security posture carries severe legal penalties

Canadian Industries Requiring CMMC

Canadian companies across these sectors need CMMC certification to continue serving the US defense market

Aerospace & Defense

Aircraft manufacturers, defense system integrators, and avionics suppliers

Technology & IT Services

Software developers, managed service providers, and cloud vendors serving DoD

Precision Manufacturing

CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and specialty components for defense

Marine & Shipbuilding

Naval vessel construction, marine electronics, and maritime defense systems

Professional Services

Engineering firms, consulting companies, and research organizations supporting DoD

Logistics & Supply Chain

Warehousing, transportation, and distribution for defense supply chains

CMMC 2.0 Compliance FAQs

Common questions about CMMC 2.0 certification for Canadian companies in the defense supply chain

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Secure Your Defence Supply Chain Position

Don't lose access to US DoD contracts. Start your CMMC 2.0 certification journey today with Canadian compliance experts who understand cross-border requirements.