Events

Presented by CIO Association of Canada, a CIPS Partner February 1, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (EST) Description 2023 may have been the year Artificial Intelligence moved into the mainstream, but 2024 will quickly become the year where it is deployed for business, at scale. One of the first, most immediate lessons has been to ensure AI is embedded in the long-term strategy, with safety at the top of mind for the decision makers. At this CIO Association of Canada event on February 1st, you will hear from IBM AI leaders that have already embedded AI into their client…

Amazon YYZ & TECHNATION Canada Present: Join us for a powerful conversation on “Black is Building: Black Leaders and Entrepreneurs” Explore, Connect, Celebrate – Witness the transformative power of diversity in tech, entrepreneurship and entertainment. TECHNATION and Amazon are joining forces to spotlight diversity and leadership in entrepreneurship, entertainment and technology. Event Details: When: Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Where: Amazon Toronto Tech Hub – YYZ 16 Office Venue: Scotia Plaza – 40 King Street West, 47th Floor

Today’s smart cities are dependent on their digital infrastructure. What makes them great places to live and play also makes them more vulnerable. Their digital services and infrastructure make them prime targets for cyber attacks, potential theft of personal data and more. Smart cities must be resilient and cyber-safe. And this is no longer just an information technology problem. It’s a challenge that everyone must share. Join ITWC for this specially focused Technicity Satellite Series event. In just ninety minutes we’ll bring you up to date on key issues, threats and above all, ways to keep safe, secure and resilient.…

On Thursday March 21st at 7pm MT Edmonton Tech Connect is hosting CIPS Alberta's Sabina Posadziejewski, I.S.P., ITCP who will introduce the upcoming CIPS Alberta mentorship program for immigrants. Edmonton Tech Connect is a tech community in Edmonton for Africans who are involved with or want to get into tech space. Join this webinar to learn about Edmonton Tech Connect and this great new CIPS Alberta program. About the Speaker: Sabina Posadziejewski, MBA, COES, BRMP, CGEIT, I.S.P, ITCP is a seasoned executive leader in Information Management and Technology (IMT), having served both the public and private sectors.  This included a…

The Professional Development Summit was founded in 2008, as a joint venture of CIPS, IIBA, and CMC.   The Professional Development Summit, is an event that is a collaborative approach to increasing our region’s competitive advantage: a highly skilled ICT workforce! PDS is a volunteer, community-led conference, leveraging local expertise to support the growth of our region’s ICT workforce focusing on Innovation, Technology, Management and Leadership topics. It is jointly presented by five organizations: Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS); Canadian Association of Management Consultants (CMC); Digital Nova Scotia (DNS); International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA); and the Project Management Institute (PMI).   Learn…

The annual AI for Good Global Summit, the leading UN platform for dialogue on AI, will be held in Geneva from 30-31 May 2024. Organized by ITU and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland, the summit will explore AI’s potential to accelerate the Sustainable Development Goals. Register here to play your part in helping to shape the future of AI together!

Are you ready for the quantum era of cybersecurity? Kick off the new year by building your quantum readiness. Join the Introduction to Post-Quantum Cybersecurity webinar on January 16, 2026 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST) — a half-day course designed for IT and cybersecurity professionals looking to understand quantum threats and prepare for a quantum-safe future (registration link below). Led by Kyle Loree, I.S.P., this session will cover quantum awareness, encryption evolution, and practical strategies to safeguard organizations as quantum technologies advance. Date: January 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST Format: Online Webinar, cost - $ Presented by: Quantum Algorithms Institute & Engineers…

Cybersecurity Training for Experienced IT Professionals CISSP-Aligned Content with Optional Exam Preparation Provided by Axis Cogni-Solve Ltd. (official partner of ISC2 and CompTIA)  Virtual Live Training: Feb 7, 21, 28 & March 7, 14 (5 Saturdays total) - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm MST CIPS Members: $2,200+tax  /  Non-Members: $3,000+tax (Not a CIPS Member? Join Here) CIPS Certified Members, Attend and Earn Re-Certification Credits! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Overview Axis Cogni-Solve Ltd., an ISC2 Official Training Partner and CompTIA Partner, is delivering this cybersecurity training program for experienced IT and technology professionals. The program focuses on practical cybersecurity knowledge, including risk management, governance,…

The Quantum Algorithms Institute (QAI) is offering a half-day online workshop — Introduction to Post-Quantum Cybersecurity for Infosec Professionals — taking place on March 12, 2026 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm PDT. Designed for cybersecurity professionals looking to help their organizations prepare for the quantum era, the workshop covers three modules: quantum awareness, the impact of quantum technologies on encryption, and practical steps for becoming quantum-safe.  Participants will leave with an understanding of Canada's national quantum readiness strategies, actionable tools and resources, and connections to peers and experts in the quantum space. VIEW EVENT FLYER FOR MORE INFO NOTE: A…