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Government Cybersecurity Showcase British Columbia 2025

Securing the Future: Building Resilience in Public Sector Cyber Infrastructure.

2 Dec 2025 Victoria Conference Centre, Victoria
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British Columbia is at the forefront of digital innovation, delivering seamless, data-driven public services to its residents. As the province embraces digital transformation, the imperative to protect government systems, sensitive data, and citizen trust has never been greater. Cyber threats are evolving in complexity and frequency, necessitating a proactive and coordinated approach to cybersecurity across all levels of government.​

The Government Cybersecurity Showcase – British Columbia is a full-day event dedicated to strengthening the province's cyber resilience. This gathering brings together public sector leaders, cybersecurity professionals, and industry experts to explore strategies for safeguarding digital assets and ensuring the continuity of essential services.

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Share your experiences and collaborate with peers to strengthen cyber resilience, implement innovative security strategies, and drive cross-agency efforts to protect critical government infrastructure and data.

  • Collaborate with senior leaders to develop comprehensive strategies addressing emerging cybersecurity threats, ensuring robust protection of federal systems and data.
  • Exchange insights on implementing cost-effective and compliant cloud security measures that balance innovation with fiscal responsibility.
  • Participate in discussions on the practical implications of quantum computing and its potential impact on encryption, working together to identify actionable steps toward quantum-safe strategies.
  • Engage in peer-to-peer dialogue on enhancing cross-agency cyber resilience, focusing on protecting critical infrastructure and mitigating the risks of ransomware and other sophisticated attacks.

Discover how cybersecurity impacts organizational success, learn to navigate emerging threats, and explore strategies to align security with your team’s goals and operations.

  • Understand the latest cybersecurity threats, including ransomware and the potential impact of quantum computing, and how these risks could disrupt business operations and organizational resilience.
  • Explore the broader implications of emerging cybersecurity technologies and trends, such as quantum-safe encryption and AI-driven threat detection, on future operational strategies.
  • Learn how to align cybersecurity initiatives with organizational priorities to protect critical services, maintain compliance, and uphold public trust.
  • Gain actionable insights into fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness and collaboration across teams, ensuring everyone contributes to proactive risk mitigation.

  • Enhance your team’s expertise, exchange insights with peers, and uncover innovative solutions to strengthen cybersecurity operations and optimize service delivery in the public sector.
  • Learn practical approaches for integrating advanced threat detection technologies, including AI and machine learning, into your organization’s cybersecurity framework.
  • Explore emerging trends and technologies shaping the future of federal cybersecurity, such as zero-trust architectures and endpoint protection strategies.
  • Exchange stories with peers on overcoming challenges in securing public cloud environments while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Gain actionable strategies for improving incident response and resilience planning by studying real-world case studies from other government agencies.
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Featured Speakers

Jeff Aitken

Jeff Aitken

Assistant Deputy Minister, OCIO Service Delivery Operations, Ministry of Citizens’ Services, Government of British Columbia

Stefany Singh

Stefany Singh

Chief Digital Officer, BC Energy Regulator

Mark ORegan

Mark O'Regan

Director of Information and Security Management & CISO, BC Pension Corporation

Scott McNaughton

Scott McNaughton

Senior Director, Digital Strategy, Ministry of Health, Government of British Columbia

Denise Evdokimoff

Denise Evdokimoff

Executive Lead, Deal Management Office, Ministry of Citizens' Services, Government of British Columbia

Christina Dentzien

Christina Dentzien

Executive Director, Ministry of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Government of Alberta

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Why attend?

Actionable Insights

Gain valuable insights from keynotes, case studies, and expert panels. Leave with actionable strategies and knowledge to apply directly to your agency’s cybersecurity journey.

Fostering Collaboration

Participate in interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration across agencies. Work together on shared challenges, learn best practices, and explore solutions that drive collective impact.

Unmatched Networking

Meet and connect with fellow government leaders, innovators, and industry experts. Build relationships and grow your professional network with peers dedicated to advancing and protecting public service.

What your peers had to say

We can come together as a community to help understand some of the common challenges that we're facing. And some of the solutions that are out there to actually move us forward as a community. We cannot do this alone from a cybersecurity perspective, we have to work together.

Director General, Information Assurance, Canadian Centre for Cybersecurity

Vendors, boost your presence

Becoming a partner for the Government Cybersecurity Showcase British Columbia offers unique opportunities to connect with decision-makers, showcase innovative solutions, and align with transformative public sector goals. As a partner, you’ll have access to influential government leaders, providing a valuable platform to demonstrate your expertise and contribute to critical conversations on public sector modernization. With a focus on British Columbia's specific needs, partnership enables you to collaborate directly with key players, co-develop solutions for the state’s challenges, and reinforce your commitment to advancing government services in impactful ways.

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