Life Sciences & Digital Health
Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts, this program will ensure that businesses working in the Life Sciences & Digital Health sector have the necessary knowledge and tools to adopt the cybersecurity technologies and best-practices they need to compete globally and access national and international supply chains.
Eligibility Criteria:
Staff must be employed in Ontario
Organization must be operating in or adjacent to the Life Sciences & Digital Health sector
Cyber Integration for Businesses > Life Sciences & Digital Health
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Funding provided in part by
1
Webinar
For executives and technical leaders
Convened especially for senior leaders working in the Life Sciences & Digital Health sector, this webinar will explore the intersection of cybersecurity, privacy, AI and economic growth for Ontario SMEs. The expert panel will cover topics such as cybersecurity threats, strategies, and best practices. No technical knowledge is required.
Dates and Location
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free, thanks to funding provided by the Government of Ontario
- Introduction to cybersecurity within the healthcare and life science sector
- Cybersecurity trends and strategy
- Cybersecurity risk management
- Emerging technologies and future trends
Panelists
To be announced soon.
2
Bootcamp
For technical and non-technical professionals
This specialized bootcamp is designed for staff working in the life science and healthcare sector – ideally, those with responsibility for technology planning, procurement, integration, and operations. This bootcamp is designed to help SMEs build robust security and compliance. Programming will include experiential learning, interactive discussions, and access to insights from cybersecurity experts.
Learners will be provided job aids such as checklists and templates for use within their organizations, and qualifying companies will also gain access to a one-year associate membership within CCTX.
Overview
Topics Covered
- The health-data threat landscape
- Health-data protection
- Data governance, privacy and compliance
- Secure AI adoption and ethical use in SMEs
- Incident response and cyber resilience
- Emerging technologies and future trends
Dates & Locations
Date: Every Tuesday from Feb 17 – March 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Cost: Free, thanks to funding provided by the Government of Ontario.
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Self-Assessment & 1-on-1 Consultation
Self-Assessments
Take this online self-assessment to better understand your cybersecurity posture. This tool is available to all, and will provide you with a report that identifies critical shortcomings and provides insights for improving your organization’s cybersecurity.
1-on-1 Consultations
Once you have completed the assessment, qualifying participants will be invited to
apply for a free consultation with a Catalyst cybersecurity advisor. Receive support in
identifying critical shortcomings, prioritizing activities for safe and secure tech adoption and scaling, and developing an action plan for cybersecurity posture improvements.