Canadian mission solutions provider Calian Group has appointed retired major general Roch Pelletier to the role of regional vice president (RVP) for its defence business with Europe, the UK and NATO, the company announced on 27 January 2025.
The newly created role addresses the growth of Calian’s defence business, driven by increased global military spending, geopolitical instability and the rising demand for advanced technologies.
“This appointment will advance Calian’s strategic business development, strengthen relationships with stakeholders and provide operational support to drive growth and efficiencies within the region,” the company stated.
In his 36 years of service with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Pelletier held senior command roles, including as commander of the Canadian Army Doctrine and Training Centre (CADTC) and the 5th Canadian Division. He also served as Director General of Intelligence, Operations, and Plans for the Canadian Joint Operations Command. During his military tenure he gained extensive expertise in national defence strategy, operational planning and international collaboration.
“Major General Pelletier’s role underscores our commitment to growing our European and UK footprint and strengthening our support for NATO customers with mission-critical solutions,” stated Kevin Ford, Calian CEO. “His record of leadership, deep understanding of defence and global security challenges will be instrumental in advancing our mission and delivering future-proof solutions as we expand our services throughout Europe and the UK”
In the RVP role Pelletier will expand and strengthen international collaborations in support of advancing Calian’s IT, cyber security and advanced training capabilities, addressing the growing demand for scalable solutions that enhance operational readiness and resilience in defence.
This, said the company, aligns with global priorities on defence modernisation and collaboration across NATO allies to safeguard critical assets.
