Events
Through conferences, information sessions, talks, workshops, panels and more, we bring people together to share ideas, drive collaboration, and inspire each other. Learn more about our events below.
Some Community Event offerings are exclusive to members of the Catalyst Community Platform, while others are open to the broader community and general public. Eligibility details are specified for each offering. Learn more about Catalyst Community.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the foundations of economic power, national security, and democratic governance. But as Canada accelerates AI adoption, a critical question emerges: who controls the systems and security that shape our decisions, data, and future?
Join us for this urgent and forward-looking session, featuring Sean Mullin, co-author of Sovereign by Design: Strategic Options for Canadian AI Sovereignty, in conversation with Charles Finlay, Founding Executive Director, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University.
This session will examine Canada's key vulnerabilities across the AI technology stack and what it will take to build a Canadian AI capacity.
Drawing on the report’s insights, this session will explore:
- The geopolitical stakes of AI and why sovereignty now extends across data, infrastructure, and algorithms
- Canada’s strengths and critical vulnerabilities across the AI technology stack
- The risks of technological dependency, from foreign jurisdiction over data to AI-driven societal influence
This specialized workshop is designed for professionals within small and medium-sized businesses, particularly those responsible for technology planning, procurement, and operations. This 1.5 hour session is designed to help organizations adopt AI in a secure, responsible, and effective way. Programming will include practical guidance, interactive discussions, and insights from leading industry experts. Participants will gain exposure to governance frameworks, safe and effective use, prompting techniques, and procurement considerations, along with common implementation risks such as data exposure and third-party concerns. Learners will leave with actionable knowledge to support informed decision-making as they begin integrating AI into their operations.
Join us for a one-week immersive bootcamp designed to arm officers with the critical skills needed to succeed as an entry-level Cybercrime Investigator. Equip yourself to exceed performance expectations from day one.
Join us for a course that ensures frontline officers have the foundational knowledge to correctly identify and manage cybercrime incidents, preserving digital evidence and working seamlessly with cyber experts.