Events

I.T. Professionalism Week is a yearly celebration held by CIPS (Canada’s Association of IT Professionals) across Canada. CIPS hopes to increase awareness about the importance of professionalism, ethics, and standards in the IT industry and profession today. This week is also a time to celebrate CIPS and our professionalism resources. I.T. Professionalism Week is being held this year from Monday October 30th to Friday November 3rd 2023. Help us raise IT standards and contact your local CIPS Provincial Society for details on how you can get involved with CIPS today. To become a CIPS Member Click Here. To obtain one of CIPS’ Professional Certifications Click Here.   Featured Events: View More…

IT Professionalism Week Event! Tues Oct 31st @ 2pm EDT Free Virtual Event! During this IT Professionalism Week event Trevor McDonald I.S.P., ITCP will introduce himself and share his vision and plans as the newly appointed Chair of the CIPS National Board. Don't miss the opportunity to engage with Trevor, ask questions, and learn about volunteer opportunities and how you can contribute to CIPS and Canada's IT community. Register Here

IT Professionalism Week Event! Wed Nov 1st 2023 @ 2pm EDT Free Virtual Event! Learn about CIPS Certification for IT professionals and how to apply for the only IT designation recognized by law* in Canada, the Information Systems Professional (I.S.P.), and Canada's only internationally accredited IP3P designation, Information Technology Certified Professional (ITCP), today! Recent IT graduate? Learn how to apply for the pre-professional Associate Information Technology Professional (AITP) designation. * I.S.P. standing has been granted in Canada since 1989 and is legislated as a self-regulating designation in six provinces (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia).  Register…

IT Professionalism Week Event! Thurs Nov 2nd 2023 @ 2pm EDT Free Virtual Event! Come and engage with CIPS CEO Greg Lane, FCIPS, I.S.P. (ret.) on Thursday, November 2nd in a virtual gathering where he will delve into the crucial topic of nurturing ethical IT talent in Canada. During this event Greg Lane will share insights on strategies aimed at boosting the pool of digital IT skills in Canada and cultivating its growth. Among these strategies he will explore the utilization of SFIA (Skills Framework for the Information Age) as a valuable tool. Register Here

CLICK HERE FOR EVENT FLYER CIPS, ISACA, & PMI Joint Conference: "Securing the Future: How we can all make an Impact" Nov 9th 2023  @  7am - 7pm   Ramada Inn 1818 Victoria Ave. Regina, SK Schedule: 07:00 to 07:45 - Breakfast   07:45 to 08:45   Trish Bishop Bio: With more than 25 years of large-scale Information Technology Program and Project Management experience, Trish’s expertise is in bringing solutions from vision to implementation. As the National Project Manager for one of the first Internet Service Providers in Canada, Trish quickly found her niche as a ‘translator’ with an exceptional ability to…

CIPS Conference: Security and IT Recruitment Join us virtually Wednesday December 13th at 7:30pm ET for this free CIPS Conference presented by CIPS Ontario, hosting two great guest speakers from the IT industry discussing aspects of security and IT recruitment.    EJ Pappas, Field Technology Officer and Managing Director,  Strategic Accounts – Pkware   Data is Chaos: Navigating the Storm of Data Protection and Security This engaging talk delves into the chaotic world of data, emphasizing the critical importance of robust data protection and security measures in our increasingly digital era. It explores how the vast and ever-expanding universe of data can be a…

CIPS Alberta is pleased to host a free province wide networking event with a complimentary drink and appetizers (may vary by location). Still time to register! Limited spots! Meet CIPS Members in Alberta and reunite with old friends! Join CIPS Alberta on February 8th in either Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge, or Red Deer for our "CIPS Alberta Networking Social 2024"! The event will begin with a brief presentation at the Edmonton location, which will be streamed to the Calgary, Lethbridge, and Red Deer locations. This presentation will provide a brief introduction to the CIPS skills assessment tool member benefit and the…

CIPS Saskatchewan Presents: Success Stories: Our Journey to Saskatchewan, Canada Thurs Feb 29th 2024  /  11:45 am - 1:15 pm CST Free Virtual Event! "Success Stories: Our Journey to Canada" is a motivational initiative designed to showcase the journeys of Canadian Immigrants who have overcome challenges, achieved remarkable milestones, and established successful careers in Canada. The program aims to inspire, motivate, and empower participants by sharing real-life success stories that highlight resilience, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Join us on February 29th at 12:00 pm (SK time) for an interactive session with four CIPS Saskatchewan members who immigrated to Canada…

CIPS BC Presents: Including Indigenous Languages in B.C. Government Systems and Services Wednesday March 27th,  12 - 1:30 pm PDT In Person (Victoria, BC) and Virtual In Person location: Ocean Networks Canada, 2474 Arbutus Road Victoria, BC CIPS British Columbia presents "Including Indigenous Languages in Government Systems and Services" with Eowynn Bosomworth, Executive Director, BC Data Services Division and Mike Dunham-Wilkie, Senior Data Architect of the Ministry of Citizens' Service. Learn about why the Province of British Columbia is working to include Indigenous languages, their approach, and some of the technical challenges associated with indigenous language data. The team will…