Chief of Defence Intelligence

CDI Mission

• to provide credible, reliable and sustained intelligence services to DND and the CF in support of decision making and military operations;
• to support other government departments in the defence and security of Canada; and
• to build relationships and work with allies in support of mutual defence and security issues.

CDI Vision

• Operationally focused:
  • tactically and strategically support military operations;
  • support strategic decision makers with military advice; and
  • partner of choice for other government departments and allies;
• Excellence in product and service:
  • product is unique, highly valued and widely sought; and
  • product is readily available, timely and relevant;
• Modern, robust and harmonized collection and production capabilities:
  • effort is priorities driven, centrally managed and collaboratively based;
  • capabilities are technologically enabled;
  • services are interoperable with Canadian and Allied intelligence partners; and
• Motivated, informed and integrated workforce:
  • direction is provided by enlightened leadership,
  • military/civilian career development and progression is integrated, and
  • working environment is modern and inspirational.