New program propels tech startups to tackle critical cyber challenges facing Ontario sectors
Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst launch groundbreaking Cyber Challenge to develop cyber solutions for six of Ontario’s key industries. April 17, 2024 (Brampton, ON) — Today, the Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (“CCTX”) and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University (“the Catalyst”) proudly announce the launch of the Cyber Challenge: a groundbreaking new […]
Catalyst partners with Blackberry to bolster cybersecurity skills in Malaysia
New cybersecurity leadership program to be offered under the BlackBerry Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) in Kuala Lumpur, with full-tuition scholarships available for women Cyberjaya, Malaysia – March 20, 2024 – BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (“the Catalyst”), Toronto Metropolitan University’s national center for training, research and innovation, announced today […]
Catalyst and AMO team up to provide new cyber training opportunities for municipal leaders and staff
February 20, 2024 (Brampton, ON) – Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University (“the Catalyst”) and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (“AMO”) are thrilled to announce a new partnership providing targeted cybersecurity training for municipal leaders and staff across Ontario. The municipal sector is among the most vulnerable targets for cyberattacks due to the […]
Catalyst receives $2.4 million investment to launch Advanced Cyber Education (ACE) training program, powered by Upskill Canada
The investment from Upskill Canada will provide a subsidized opportunity for cybersecurity professionals to excel in specialized roles November 27, 2023 (Brampton, ON) – Today, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst is announcing the launch of Advanced Cyber Education (ACE), a 12-week intensive specialization program to upskill cybersecurity professionals to advance into high-demand roles related to six specialization […]
The Catalyst marks five-year anniversary with partnership renewal and $15 million in new funding from Rogers, $1 million from RBC
From left: Adam Evans (Senior Vice-President & CISO, RBC), Councillor Gurpartap Singh Toor (Brampton City Council), Mohamed Lachemi (President and Vice-Chancellor, TMU), Marilena Danelon (Director of Customer Success, Protexxa), Fadwa Mohanna (CEO & Founder, One37), Steven Liss (Vice President, Research and Innovation, TMU & Chair of the Board of Directors, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst), Charles Finlay […]
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 […]
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and Cyber Legends announce partnership to equip Canadian students with critical cybersecurity skills
May 31, 2023 (Brampton, ON) – Today, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (“the Catalyst”) and Cyber Legends are proud to announce a unique partnership to offer cybersecurity education and skill building to K-12 students across Canada. The Catalyst – Toronto Metropolitan University’s national centre for training, innovation and collaboration in cybersecurity – and Cyber Legends, a video […]
Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst partners with Coding for Veterans to deliver cybersecurity training to Canadian veterans
Brampton, ON – May 23, 2023 – Today, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University (“the Catalyst”) and Coding for Veterans (“C4V”) announced a partnership to deliver practical cybersecurity training to Canadian Armed Forces veterans and their family members, empowering them to pursue a career in the rapidly growing cybersecurity sector. The Catalyst Veterans Cyber […]
REPORT: Canadian cybersecurity start-ups collectively grew workforce by 72 per cent and fundraised $100 million amid global headwinds
Early-stage founders leveraged unique growth approach to drive technological innovation, market access and revenue generation March 29, 2023 (Brampton, ON) – Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst today announced the release of the Catalyst Cyber Accelerator Report, a benchmark publication tracking the growth of thirty-nine Canadian cybersecurity start-ups and scale-ups. The Catalyst Cyber Accelerator, a program of Rogers […]
Toronto Metropolitan University appoints former Mayor of Stratford and cybersecurity advocate Dan Mathieson as Special Advisor
Brampton, ON – March 22, 2023 – Today, Toronto Metropolitan University (“TMU”) announced the appointment of Dan Mathieson as Special Advisor, Cybersecurity and Municipal Engagement, in the Office of TMU President Mohamed Lachemi. In this role, Mathieson will be working closely with TMU’s Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (“the Catalyst”) as the Catalyst strengthens its support for […]