COHORT

SPRING 2025

LOCATION

VIRTUAL

COST

FREE

Mining

Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts, this program will equip businesses working in the Mining sector with the cybersecurity knowledge, tools, and best practices they need to safeguard the future of mining against emerging cyber threats.

Elegibility Criteria:

Staff must be employed in Ontario

Organization must be operating in or adjacent to the Mining sector

In partnership with

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Funding provided in part by

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1

Webinar

For executives and technical leaders

This session will explore the evolving landscape of mining and the cybersecurity challenges that come with it. The expert panel will cover topics such as cybersecurity threats, strategies, and best practices.

Dates and Location

Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Virtual

Topics Covered

  • Cybersecurity trends and strategy 
  • Key cyber threats and risks to Mining
  • IoT and Mining Security
  • Cybersecurity technology adoption, and more

2

Bootcamp

For technical and non-technical professionals

This specialized bootcamp is designed for staff working in the Mining sector – ideally, those with responsibility for technology planning, procurement, integration, and operations. 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 with CCTX.

Overview

   Topics Covered

  • Foundational cybersecurity risks
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity  in Mining
  • Regulatory Framework and Standards
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • Security-by-design Principles and IoT Security
  • Emerging Technologies and future trends
  • Incident Response and Cyber Resilience

Dates & Locations

Duration: Six weeks (two hours of virtual programming per week)

Date: Every Thursday from May 15 – June 19, 2025

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

Location: Virtual 

Cost: Thanks to funding provided by the Government of Ontario, the program is free

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.