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InCyber Forum North America, October 25-26, 2024 - Montreal Convention Center

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

After the significant success of its inaugural event, the InCyber Forum is set to return on October 25 and 26, 2023, in Montreal.

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  • After the significant success of its inaugural event, the InCyber Forum is set to return on October 25 and 26, 2023, in Montreal.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012852194/en/
    The InCyber Forum has quickly become a pivotal hub for international collaboration in the cybersecurity sector.
  • Excitement builds up for the second North American edition of the forum, featuring a roster of 250 distinguished speakers from around the world.
  • Over 1,000 Montreal teens are invited to a day of engaging activities centered around these themes, supported by the CyberCap association.

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre's fraud reporting datasets mark first RCMP addition to Open Government Portal

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, July 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) is pleased to announce that their fraud reporting datasets are now live on the Open Government Portal .

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, July 11, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) is pleased to announce that their fraud reporting datasets are now live on the Open Government Portal .
  • These datasets mark the first RCMP contribution to the Portal and will be updated quarterly.
  • The RCMP is working to improve transparency to create an organization that is more open, trusted, efficient and responsive.
  • 2021 - RCMP creates an Open Government and Data Governance directorate, dedicating full-time resources to the advancement of Open Government at the RCMP.

RCMP's National Cybercrime Coordination Centre announces Canada's participation in global day of action against Genesis Market

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2023 /CNW/ - On April 4, 2023, 28 Canadian police services participated in a sequenced global day of action against Genesis Market.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2023 /CNW/ - On April 4, 2023, 28 Canadian police services participated in a sequenced global day of action against Genesis Market.
  • Together, they worked with 28 Canadian police services to enable participation in the sequenced global day of action.
  • Europol's European Cybercrime Centre and Joint Cybercrime Action Taskforce (J-CAT) provided the essential mechanism for sharing this information and target enrichment.
  • The RCMP is also asking anyone who has been active on Genesis Market or in contact with Genesis Market administrators to please contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

Fraud Prevention Month 2023: Fraud losses in Canada reach another historic level

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Monday, February 27, 2023

In 2022, the CAFC received a total of 70,878 reports and 37,047 of these reports were victims of mass marketing fraud .

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  • In 2022, the CAFC received a total of 70,878 reports and 37,047 of these reports were victims of mass marketing fraud .
  • The 2022 top three frauds with the highest levels of reported victim losses were investment scams, particularly cryptocurrency fraud, romance scams, and spear phishing.
  • During this Fraud Prevention Month, I encourage everyone to take time to learn the signs of a scam or fraud, know how to report it and share this information with the people around you.
  • This Fraud Prevention Month, the Competition Bureau will help Canadians recognize, reject and report online deceptive marketing practices used by scammers to entrap victims and perpetrate fraud. ''

SkillsUSA Names 3M's Maureen Tholen as President of the SkillsUSA Board of Directors

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Friday, July 15, 2022

LEESBURG, Va., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maureen Tholen, Vice President of Sustainability for 3M's Safety & Industrial Business Group, was elected to serve as president of the SkillsUSA Board of Directors at the board's June 21 meeting during the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta.

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  • LEESBURG, Va., July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maureen Tholen, Vice President of Sustainability for 3M's Safety & Industrial Business Group, was elected to serve as president of the SkillsUSA Board of Directors at the board's June 21 meeting during the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta.
  • "It is my honor to serve as president of the SkillsUSA board of directors," Tholen said.
  • "I am looking forward to working with the board and staff to help SkillsUSA continue to champion the future of skilled trades workers."
  • "SkillsUSA is honored to have Maureen serve as president of our board of directors," said SkillsUSA Executive Director Chelle Travis.

Government introduces new legislation to protect Canada's cyber security

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today announced further steps to strengthen Canada's cyber security with the introduction of Bill C-26 ,An Act Respecting Cyber Security (ARCS).

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  • The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today announced further steps to strengthen Canada's cyber security with the introduction of Bill C-26 ,An Act Respecting Cyber Security (ARCS).
  • This proposed legislation will protect Canadiansand bolster cyber security across the financial, telecommunications, energy, and transportation sectors.
  • Furthermore, this legislation introduces the Critical Cyber Systems Protection Act (CCSPA) which lays a foundation for securing Canada's critical infrastructure.
  • "In the 21st century, cyber security is national security and this new legislation will ensure that Canada's defenses meet the moment.

STEM Hub Coming to Patrick & Henry Community College in Martinsville

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

MARTINSVILLE, Va., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Patrick & Henry Community College, along with industry partner Festo Didactic, are taking another giant leap forward in their combined efforts to prepare students for the future of work. A signing ceremony was held today to solidify a formal agreement between Festo Didactic and P&HCC that will deepen and expand their existing strategic partnership.

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  • This work has been central in our community's ability to land recent major economic development projects," said Greg Hodges, President of Patrick & Henry Community College.
  • Hodges added, "This expanded partnership between Patrick & Henry Community College and Festo demonstrates the continued commitment our institution has to meeting our region's workforce needs.
  • "We could not be more proud or more excited to officially move our collaboration forward with Patrick & Henry Community College."
  • Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution serving Martinsville city and Patrick and Henry counties.

3M and the National Coalition of Certification Centers award national scholarships

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Friday, April 15, 2022

ST. PAUL, Minn., April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M's Safety and Industrial Business Group and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) have announced the winners for the Skilled Trades - 3M Transformational Scholarship for students with a focus in skilled trades.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PAUL, Minn., April 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M's Safety and Industrial Business Group and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) have announced the winners for the Skilled Trades - 3M Transformational Scholarship for students with a focus in skilled trades.
  • 3M and NC3 awarded 50 students, who participated in the NC3 National Career and Technical Education Letter of Intent Signing Day , with a $1,000 scholarship.
  • Created by NC3 in 2014, this event is modeled after the NCAA's National Signing Day for athletes.
  • To learn more about NC3 Signing Day and view the recipients of The Skilled Trades 3M Transformational Scholarship, please visit www.nc3.net/signingday .

Successful collaboration between the RCMP and the FBI leads to guilty plea and forfeiture of over $34 Million in assets

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

The FBI provided the RCMP with significant evidence, allowing them to begin an independent investigation into the suspect for any criminal activity that may have been conducted against Canadian businesses, institutions or government agencies.

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  • The FBI provided the RCMP with significant evidence, allowing them to begin an independent investigation into the suspect for any criminal activity that may have been conducted against Canadian businesses, institutions or government agencies.
  • Investigators seized more than 20 Terabytes of data from Mr. Vachon Desjardins' computing and storage devices.
  • Justice G. Paul Renwick also ordered the restitution of over $2,600,000 in Canadian currency to businesses that were affected by Mr. Vachon Desjardins' criminal activity.
  • Our success in holding Cyber-criminals accountable is largely dependent on our ability to collaborate meaningfully with our partner law enforcement agencies, both domestically and internationally."

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Over the years, however, the exponential growth in these technologies has also increased the potential for cyber threats.

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  • Over the years, however, the exponential growth in these technologies has also increased the potential for cyber threats.
  • October is Cyber Security Awareness Month and the RCMP is asking Canadians to take time this month to learn about cybercrime, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you are victimized.
  • Visit the RCMP's Cyber Safety pages and social media, as well as, Get Cyber Safe 's website.
  • Cyber Security Awareness Month serves as a good reminder that everyone has a part to play in cyber security and by doing our part, we will all be better off."