Ransomware attack behind Toronto Public Library service interruption, library says
The following article was first published by CBC News on November 7, 2023. Charles Finlay, executive Director of the Roger CyberSecure catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University, says ransomware attacks often involve leveraging illegally collected sensitive information for money. A recent attack on five Ontario hospitals has led to health information being published publicly on the […]
Public institutions, critical infrastructure cyberattacks a growing trend
The following article was written by Dave Waddell and was first published in the Windsor Star on November 6, 2023. The cyberattack against five southwestern Ontario hospitals in Windsor-Essex, Sarnia and Chatham-Kent this past week is just part of a growing number of such attacks on public institutions and critical infrastructure, says Trish Dyl, the […]
Catalyst to deliver cybersecurity training to municipal IT professionals through partnership with MISA Ontario
October 24, 2023 (Brampton, ON) – Today, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University (“the Catalyst”) and Municipal Information Systems Association, Ontario (“MISA”) have announced a partnership to provide municipal IT professionals with hands-on cybersecurity training. Considering the rapidly changing digital landscape and increasing number of municipal cyber attacks, it is critical that municipal IT […]
CCTX and Catalyst announce new $10 million program to fuel cybersecurity excellence and innovation in Ontario
The new Ontario Cybersecurity Excellence Initiative is supported by $5 million from the Government of Ontario, and $3.8 million from Rogers Communications through its support for Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst. The investment will drive Ontario’s competitiveness in cyber and help address cybersecurity challenges faced by several of the province’s critical sectors. August 28, 2023 (Ottawa and […]
WATCH: Can diversity and resilience address the crisis of recruiting and retaining cybersecurity talent?
This discussion was first published by IT World Canada on August 21, 2023 As cyber threats increase in frequency and complexity, many organizations are struggling with challenges of recruitment and retention. The creation of a diverse, resilient workforce is no longer a luxury but a stark necessity. This video explores some strategies which are having […]
WATCH: Learn why industry professionals hire Catalyst talent
The Catalyst trains hundreds of new cyber professionals each year. Our workforce training programs are specifically designed to support employers hire top cybersecurity talent quickly. Since 2020, the Catalyst has trained over 500 cyber professionals who have gone on to work in more than 160 of the leading private and public sector organizations in Canada. […]
CLIC: There’s a place for you in cyber
CLIC (Certifications for Leadership in Cybersecurity) is an intensive cybersecurity training and certification program designed to give you the skills you need to launch a career in cybersecurity or elevate your career with cybersecurity skills. In order to be considered for the October 2023 cohort of CLIC, all applications must be completed by July 31st. Learn […]
Risky Business: The Cyber and Sociotechnical Security Threats of Crypto-asset Trading
From origins of blockchain technology decades ago to earliest use cases of digital or e-cash and the introduction of Bitcoin as the first cryptocurrency in 2008, few could have predicted the cultural phenomenon and dramatic market growth for Crypto-assets of the last few years — or the dramatic and wrenching collapse of Crypto-asset values and […]
WATCH: Charles Finlay on CBC’s About That discussing LockBit ransomware
Cybersecurity agencies from seven countries issued an advisory about LockBit, a group responsible for as much as a quarter of all ransomware attacks. CBC News’ Andrew Chang explores its rise to notoriety and how it became a public enemy. The Catalyst’s founding executive director Charles Finlay weighs in on LockBit in this segment — watch […]
WATCH: Developing a Successful Cybersecurity IP Commercialization Strategy
On Monday, June 12, a panel of experts convened by the Catalyst Fellowship Program came together to discuss the current state of the cyber IP marketplace and shared their expertise in how cyber companies and entrepreneurs can commercialize their IP and grow. Panelists included: Heather Galt – Growth Coach and Mentor Startups & Scaleups, Communitech Joanna […]
