Government Cybersecurity Showcase Ontario

Agenda

Wed 10 Sep 2025

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7:30AM

Registration & Breakfast

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM (60 mins)

8:30AM

Welcome from the Public Sector Network

8:30 AM - 8:40 AM (10 mins)

8:40AM

Welcome from the Chair

8:40 AM - 9:00 AM (20 mins)

9:00AM
Keynote

Paving the Way for Zero Trust: Elevating Security Proactively in the Public Sector

9:00 AM - 9:20 AM (20 mins)

  • Understand the core principles of Zero Trust and how they redefine traditional cybersecurity approaches.
  • Learn proactive strategies to implement Zero Trust frameworks across public sector infrastructures.
  • Explore real-world case studies of Zero Trust adoption to enhance security and mitigate risks.
9:20AM
Industry Insights

Unraveling the Realm of Cyber Crime: Confronting Advanced Cyber Threats

9:20 AM - 9:40 AM (20 mins)

  • Gain insights into the evolving landscape of cybercrime and its impact on the public sector.
  • Explore cutting-edge tools and techniques to detect, prevent, and mitigate advanced cyber threats.
  • Learn how to build robust defense mechanisms against sophisticated cybercriminal tactics
9:40AM
Panel discussion

Cyber Optimism: Embracing the Benefits of AI and Overcoming Fear

9:40 AM - 10:10 AM (30 mins)

  • How can governments leverage AI to enhance cybersecurity while addressing public concerns about data privacy?
  • What strategies can be employed to build trust and optimism around AI's role in strengthening digital resilience?
  • How can organizations balance the benefits of AI-driven security with the risks of over-reliance on automated systems?
10:10AM

Refreshment Break

10:10 AM - 10:50 AM (40 mins)

10:50AM
Keynote

Future-Proofing Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum Computing

10:50 AM - 11:10 AM (20 mins)

11:10AM
Industry Insights

Optimizing Cybersecurity Throughout Your Cloud Journey

11:10 AM - 11:30 AM (20 mins)

11:30AM
Panel discussion

Scaling Innovation: The Vulnerability of our Legacy Applications and Systems

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM (30 mins)

  • Identify Risks: Security vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
  • Update Methods: Modernize or replace outdated apps.
  • Integrate Securely: Combine new tech with legacy systems.
12:00PM
Industry Insights

AI and Machine Learning for Security Threat Identification

12:00 PM - 12:20 PM (20 mins)

12:20PM
Keynote

The Symbiosis of Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies: AI, IoT, and Beyond

12:20 PM - 12:40 PM (20 mins)

12:40PM

Networking Lunch

12:40 PM - 2:00 PM (80 mins)

2:00PM
Fireside Chat

Beyond the Firewall: The Human Element in Cybersecurity

2:00 PM - 2:20 PM (20 mins)

  • Empowering employees as the first line of defense
  • Building a culture of cybersecurity awareness
2:20PM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtable Sessions

2:20 PM - 3:20 PM (60 mins)

3:20PM
Panel discussion

Building Resilience: Strategies for Combating Emerging Cyber Threats in the Public Sector

3:20 PM - 3:50 PM (30 mins)

  • What are the most pressing emerging cyber threats currently facing the public sector?
  • How can public sector organizations proactively strengthen their cybersecurity posture?
  • What role does cross-agency collaboration play in building resilience against cyber threats?
3:50PM

Closing Remarks

3:50 PM - 4:00 PM (10 mins)

4:00PM

Networking Reception

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (60 mins)

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