When it comes to effective cybersecurity, it truly takes a village.
When we think of cybersecurity, the analysts working on the front lines to prevent, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats often come to mind. But designing and implementing an effective cybersecurity program requires people with a wide range of skillsets who often work behind the scenes. This includes not only technical skills, but also expertise in policy development, insurance, law enforcement, education, and research.
Hosted by CANARIE, the goal of the Canadian SecuR&E Forum is to build community and foster knowledge-sharing by connecting those involved in cybersecurity to people and disciplines that they may not have previously encountered.
Build Community
Share Knowledge
Connect
Who Should Attend?
- Cybersecurity practitioners
- Executives with cybersecurity-related responsibilities (e.g., CISOs, CIOs, Directors of Information Security, and similar roles)
- Cybersecurity insurance specialists
- Researchers in cybersecurity
- Anyone interested in cybersecurity in research or post-secondary environments
Featured Speakers
Vickery Bowles
City Librarian, Toronto Public Library (TPL)
Fireside Chat - Trust Restored: Strategies for Regaining Confidence Post-Cyber Attack
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Jennifer Burns
CIO, University of British Columbia
Balancing Act: The Art and Science of Risk Management
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Michelle Ching'anda
Director, Information Technology Security, Humber College
Fireside Chat: Inclusion in Cyber Canada
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Tracy Dallaire
Director, Information Security, McMaster University
From Recruitment to Resilience: Building Strong Cybersecurity Teams
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Guillaume Dubé
Chief Information Security Officer, Université Laval
Balancing Act: The Art and Science of Risk Management
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Steve Dyson
Principal Consultant, Unit 42 by Palo Alto Networks
Uncharted Territory: Mapping the Cybersecurity Threat Landscape
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Dr. Neil Fassina
President, Okanagan College
Behind the Headlines: Exploring Recent Cyber Breaches
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Gayleen Gray
Associate Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, McMaster University
From Insight to Action: Building a Secure Future for R&E Together
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Alex Matos
Director of Internal Audit, University of Toronto
Balancing Act: The Art and Science of Risk Management
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Earl Maynard
Senior Strategic Advisor - Cyber Partnerships, Canadian Centre for Cybersecurity
Beyond Borders: National Security in the Digital Era
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Julie Menzies
Director, NREN Cybersecurity Services, CANARIE
Fireside Chat: Inclusion in Cyber Canada
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Kevin Paul
Director, Cybersecurity Operations, Cybera
From Dark Web to Encryption: Anatomy of a Compromise
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Jared Perry
Cloud Security Practice Lead, Stratum Security
Security Challenges with the Proliferation of AI
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Khushbu Pratap
Vice President, Cyber Security, Gartner
Balancing Act: The Art and Science of Risk Management
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Khatija Qureshi
Cybersecurity Speaker & Trainer, K.Digital
Refining & Defining Security Awareness Training
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Ivan Salles
Director, Strategic Initiatives - SOC, Trend Micro
Building a Bulletproof SOC: Leveraging the SOC-CMM Framework
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Steve Till-Rogers
Chief Information Officer, Toronto Public Library
Fireside Chat - Trust Restored: Strategies for Regaining Confidence Post-Cyber Attack
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The Call for Speakers is currently closed.
Cybersecurity practitioners, executives with cybersecurity-related responsibilities (e.g. CISOs, CIOs, Directors of Information Security, and similar roles), cybersecurity insurance specialists, and researchers in cybersecurity are invited to submit proposals for short presentations at the Canadian SecuR&E Forum.
Those selected to speak at the conference will receive complimentary registration and two nights accommodation at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre.
Presentation Details
The length of presentation is 20 minutes, including a five-minute question and answer period.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must include:
- Presenter’s Name, Title, Email address, and Organization
- Presenter bio (maximum 150 words)
- Presenter photo
- Presentation abstract (maximum 250 words)
Evaluation Criteria
The following criteria will be used to select presentation proposals:
- Relevance of the topic to the Canadian SecuR&E Forum community
- Clarity of the proposal
- Uniqueness/originality of the topic
Note: Presentation deck must be provided in PowerPoint.
Key Dates
- March 27, 2024, at 5 p.m. ET – Submission deadline
- April 5, 2024 – Notification of successful submissions
Program
The Canadian SecuR&E Forum will be conducted in English, but simultaneous French interpretation will be offered.
We’re grateful for the contributions of our Program Team for helping to shape this year’s SecuR&E Forum.
| April 30, 2024 | ||
| 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast |
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| 9:00 – 9:15 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks |
Indigenous Elder Blessing |
| 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. | Uncharted Territory: Mapping the Cybersecurity Threat Landscape |
Steve Dyson | Principal Consultant, Unit 42 by Palo Alto Networks |
| 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. | Behind the Headlines: Exploring Recent Cyber Breaches |
Dr. Neil Fassina | President, Okanagan College |
| 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Break and Networking |
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| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Panel |
Moderator: Jennifer Burns | Chief Information Officer, University of British Columbia |
| 12:00 - 1:30 p.m | Lunch and Networking |
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| 1:30 - 1:50 p.m. | Community Session
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Kevin Paul | Director of Cybersecurity Operations, Cybera |
| 1:50 - 2:10 p.m. | Community Session |
Ivan Salles | Director, Strategic Initiatives – SOC, Trend Micro Canada |
| 2:10 - 2:30 p.m. | Community Session |
Khatija Qureshi | Cybersecurity Speaker & Trainer, K. Digital |
| 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. | From Recruitment to Resilience: Building Strong Cybersecurity Teams |
Tracy Dallaire | Director, Information Security, McMaster University |
| 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. | Break and Networking |
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| 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Fireside Chat |
Moderator: Deyves Fonseca | Acting Chief Information Security Officer, University of Toronto |
| 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. | Fireside Chat |
Michelle Ching’anda | Director, Information Technology Security, Humber College |
| 5:15 - 7:15 p.m. | Reception |
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| May 1, 2024 | ||
| 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast |
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| 9:00 – 9:05 a.m. | Welcome |
MCs |
| 9:05 – 9:50 a.m. | Beyond Borders: National Security in the Digital Era |
Earl Maynard | Senior Strategic Advisor – Cyber Partnerships, Canadian Centre for Cybersecurity |
| 9:50 - 10:10 a.m. | Community Session |
Paul Cisneros | Cybersecurity Analyst, University of Winnipeg |
| 10:10 - 10:30 a.m. | Community Session |
Jared Perry | Cloud Security Practice Lead, Stratum Security |
| 10:30 – 10:45 a.m. | Introduction of Sector Dialogue |
Tracy Dallaire | Director, Information Security, McMaster University |
| 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. | Break and Networking |
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| 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. | Sector Dialogue |
Moderators: |
| 12:15 – 12:30 p.m. | Closing Remarks |
Peter Wilenius | Vice President, Cybersecurity Programs and Services, CANARIE |
Canadian SecuR&E Forum Program Team
Community Team Members
- Sandra Cascadden, ACORN-NS
- Chad Coller, SRNET
- Tracy Dallaire, McMaster University
- Alex Doradea-Cabrera, BCNET
- Guillaume Dubé, Université Laval
- Deyves Fonseca, University of Toronto
- Evan Garland, Camosun College
- Gayleen Gray, McMaster University
- Lindsay Sill, CUCCIO
- Don Thompson, University of British Columbia
- Bo Wandschneider, University of Toronto
CANARIE Team
- Alex Bushell, CANARIE
- Christina Colangelo, CANARIE
- Scott Henwood, CANARIE
- Lesley McElroy, CANARIE
- Julie Menzies, CANARIE
- Claire Newlands, CANARIE
- Sébastien Nolet, CANARIE
- Steve Rosco, CANARIE
- Ela Yazdani, CANARIE
Registration
All fees are in CAD and are subject to GST. Registration fees include all on-site meals throughout the Forum, including the Reception on April 30.
| CANARIE Members* | Non-Members | |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird Rate (up to April 4) | $399 | $449 |
| Regular and On-Site Registration Rate (April 5 - 30) | $449 | $499 |
*Check to see if your organization is a Member of CANARIE.
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Travel & Accommodations
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
1000 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6Z 2R9
The Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre is centrally located in downtown Vancouver and a short distance from attractions such as Stanley Park, English Bay, the Seawall, Yaletown, and Robson Street. The hotel offers both city and ocean views and the comforts of home in a chic, urban setting. Guests are welcome to work out in the on-site fitness centre or take a dip in the heated pool.
Reservations
CANARIE has secured a room block at a highly discounted rate, starting at $279/night + taxes, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre.
Please note:
There are limited spots available in this block. Hotel rooms in Vancouver throughout April are at a premium, so please book your accommodations as soon as possible using the link below.
SecuR&E Forum Reservations: Direct Reservation Link
You can also make reservations by calling the hotel directly at 1-604-331-1000 or toll free at 1-888-627-7058. Please quote the group name Canadian SecuR&E Forum 2024 when you call.
Please note: Upon booking, the hotel will collect a deposit equal to one night’s stay. This deposit is refundable if you cancel your reservation at least 72 hours prior to your check-in time, after which time your deposit will be forfeited. Payment for your reservation will be due in full at check-in.
Parking
Booked Hotel Guest Self-Park: $41 per night plus applicable taxes (with in & out privileges)
Booked Hotel Guest Valet: $45 per night plus applicable taxes
Electric Car Charging Station
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Getting there
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
1000 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6Z 2R9
Tel: 1-604-331-1000
Vancouver International Airport
Distance from Property: 7.9 KM
Tel: 1-604-207-7077
Train Station: Pacific Central Station
Distance from Property: 3.1km
Bus Station: Pacific Central Station
Distance from Property: 3.1km
Uber/Taxi
Uber is available at the Vancouver International Airport.
- International Pickups: Follow “International Arrivals” on Level 2 to the “Ride App Pick-up” curb.
- Domestic Pickups: Follow “Canada Arrivals” on Level 2 to the “Ride App Pick-up” curb.
- South Terminal Pickups: Head south on Russ Baker Way and follow the “South Terminal” signs.
Plan your visit
Plan your visit or extend your stay in Vancouver by checking out Destination Vancouver’s lists of things to do in the area.
Contact
Please email registration@canarie.ca or call 1-613-769-9500.
Contact
Please email registration@canarie.ca.