Calian Press Release 2003

CALIAN AWARDED TWO CONTRACTS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO THE DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE

Kanata, Ontario, January 6, 2003: Calian Technology Ltd. (TSX: CTY) has recently received final confirmation from the Canadian Federal Government that it has been awarded two contracts through Public Works and Government Services Canada to provide support to the Department of National Defence.

Signal Operator Training - The first contract is to provide a team of instructional staff for all apprentice and journeyman Signal Operators training to the Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics (CFSCE) at Canadian Forces Base Kingston. The contract has a potential value of $7.7 million over an initial 1-year term with 4 option years. Work commenced on this contract during the first fiscal quarter of 2003.

CANCAP - Canadian Contractor Augmentation Program - The second contract is to provide professional services to the Canadian Forces Joint Support Group. Calian staff will assist with the design, preparation and implementation of the processes, procedures and instructions related to the implementation and operation of private sector contracts for the augmentation of CF resources on deployed operations. This contract is valued at $3 million over an initial 3-year term with 2 option years. Work commenced on this contract during the first fiscal quarter of 2003.

About Calian:
Calian Technology Ltd. (TSX:CTY) provides systems engineering and staffing and outsourcing services to industry and government in Canada, the United States and around the world. Calian provides customers with ready access to an exceptional team of over 2,300 engineers, telecommunications and technology professionals, and other highly qualified staff. The Staffing and Outsourcing Services Division augments customer workforces with flexible short and long-term placements, recruitment and outsourcing of engineering and other skilled professionals. The Systems Engineering Division plans, designs and implements solutions for many of the world's space agencies and leading communications satellite manufacturers and operators.

For further information, please contact:

Larry O'Brien
Chairman & CEO
Telephone: (613) 599-8600 ext. 271

Jacqueline Gauthier
Chief Financial Officer
Telephone: (613) 599-8600 ext. 277

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