KF Aerospace Expands National Footprint with New Ottawa Office, Strengthening Partnership with Manitoba Métis Federation
Press Release
Ottawa, ON – April 8, 2026 — KF Aerospace announced the opening of its new office in downtown Ottawa, marking a significant step in the company's continued expansion across Canada. Strategically located at 340 Maclaren Street, in the Manitoba Métis Federation's (MMF) satellite office, the new space reinforces KF's growing presence in the nation's capital and its commitment to supporting federal programs, partnerships, and long-term growth opportunities.
The Ottawa office represents a key milestone in KF Aerospace's pan-Canadian strategy, positioning the company closer to national decision-makers and industry partners while enhancing its ability to support defence, aerospace, and government initiatives.
"This expansion into Ottawa is a natural evolution of KF Aerospace's growth across Canada," said Gregg Evjen, President of KF Aerospace. "Establishing a presence in the capital allows us to deepen relationships, contribute more directly to national programs, and continue building on our reputation as a trusted partner in Canadian aviation."
The office space is leased from the MMF, the National Government of the Red River Metis, reflecting a longstanding and meaningful relationship with KF Aerospace. The collaboration underscores KF Aerospace's enduring commitment to Indigenous participation and economic inclusion, building on its established presence and partnerships with the MMF.
"Sharing this space with the Manitoba Métis Federation highlights the strength of our relationship and our shared vision for opportunity and inclusion," added Peter Fedak, VP of Defence Programs. "We are proud to continue working together to create pathways for Indigenous participation in aerospace and beyond."
To mark the occasion, KF Aerospace and the MMF hosted an open house on April 8, 2026. The event coincided with the CADSI CAF Outlooks week, welcoming industry partners, government representatives, and stakeholders to explore the new space and celebrate this milestone.
For the MMF, leasing the office space represents another step forward in fostering partnerships that deliver long-term benefits for Red River Métis citizens.
"This collaboration reflects our continued commitment to building strong, strategic partnerships that create meaningful economic opportunities for our citizens," said David Chartrand, President of the MMF. "Our relationship with KF Aerospace is an example of how values alignment, economic opportunities and good procurement principles can lead to long-standing partnerships and lasting impact."
As KF Aerospace continues to grow its footprint nationwide, the Ottawa office will serve as a hub for engagement, collaboration, and future opportunities, further strengthening its role as a leader in Canada's aerospace sector.
About KF Aerospace
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For over 55 years, KF Aerospace has delivered innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial and military customers worldwide—including OEMs such as Boeing; major airlines such as WestJet, Air Canada, Lynden Air Cargo and Flair Airlines; and the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). From humble roots in the Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in aircraft maintenance and modifications, military aircrew training, passenger charter services and cargo flight operations, and leasing—with the same commitment to quality and service established by its founder in 1970. In 2024, KF was awarded with Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program as part of its partnership with CAE called SkyAlyne.
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About Manitoba Métis Federation – National Government of the Red River Métis
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation, and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.
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I had an interesting conversation with an indigenous business owner in northern Saskatchewanian yesterday about all this recent interest from the defense industry of partnering with indigenous groups, and he was fairly dismissive, and said you had to be a chief to get any of that money. He went on to discuss how much of the benefits of arrangements with norhtern mining companies seemed to go to the businesses owned by the chief and his family members.
Now, this was pretty clearly gossip, but it does raise an issue that has troubled me for a while. How do we ensure that Canada's attempts to make up for past injustice do not perpetuate new injustice? From the outside looking in, it's really hard to tell who is a responsible steward of resources intended to assist many people. I've read many stories of well intentioned people getting in over the head, and squandering resources out of ignorance, or an unwillingness to ask for assistance. Or waste and corruption going unnoticed and unaddressed because there are just not enough people qualified to supervise the resources. And of people being influenced by misinformation campaigns to go against their own best interests. And many reserves have genuine problems with gangs and drugs, and the addictions that surround them. There can be a real conflict between trying to get the resources disbursed to those in need, and trying to ensure that you aren't just feeding a loved one's drug habit.
I don't know the answer. I am too far outside the community to provide any real assistance, other than trying not to ignore it. I eagerly read any story of indigenous business success, I love to see an underdog victory, but I try to avoid rose tinted glasses as well, and I don't know how to balance those two impulses.
I'd love to hear from anyone who is from the indigenous community, or who has worked with some of the indigenous groups that are getting active in the defense industry, how effective is this at strengthening the communities that are basis of these groups?