​Join us for a special Local Government Sector Day where we’ll explore the most pressing cybersecurity challenges facing municipalities today. Our expert speakers will share practical strategies for protecting vital local government systems, offer insights into using free or low-cost tools, and demonstrate how to foster a resilient cybersecurity culture. From federal policing partnerships to hands-on guidance in building your cybersecurity plan, each session is designed to equip leaders, administrators, and IT professionals with the knowledge and confidence to safeguard their communities in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

​Sessions:

​Shields Up: Protecting Your Local Government with Made in Canada Resources

• ​Canadian Center for Cyber Security – Jennifer Chant, Supervisor, Cyber Security Advice and Guidance

• ​CIRA – Jon Ferguson, Vice President, Cybersecurity & DNS

• ​RCMP – Sergeant Warren Krahenbil, Team Lead, RCMP Federal Policing Cybercrime Investigative Team - Vancouver and Cryptocurrency Tactical Operations Support Team • What free/low-cost tools are available to Local Government’s around cyber? • What is the role of Federal policing in cybersecurity events? • Don’t forget about MISA BC, ISACA organizations and other members

​Building Your Cybersecurity Program from the Ground Up - Go from Everything, Everywhere, All at Once to a Clear Plan

• ​Hawkeye Fyvie, Cybersecurity Analyst I, College of New Caledonia

• ​Liam Skelton, Cybersecurity Analyst II, College of New Caledonia

• ​Dominic Vogel, Principal, Vogel Cyber Leadership & Coaching

​Achieving cybersecurity is more accessible than people think! Hear from two developing cyber professionals who transitioned from service desk roles to cybersecurity and created a cybersecurity plan for their organization in the process. Themes will include investing in your existing staff, building a cybersecurity culture, working with other teams both inside and outside the IT department, what to do when things go wrong, and how to ensure your success.

​So, you've been breached!

• ​Randy Purse, CD, PhD, CTDP, Senior Advisor, Cybersecurity Training and Education, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University

​We like to pretend it won't happen, or at least not to us, but cyber attacks are a reality in the internet connected world. While, in our increasingly digital world there are many ways that your organization may be at risk, perhaps one of the most disconcerting and damaging is a cyber breach. This is where your critical data - client, employee, financial, or operational - may be ransomed, stolen, manipulated, or destroyed. The impacts can be far ranging from operational disruptions to civil litigation to actual long-term financial harm to you, your employees and your clients.

​The good news is there are some simple steps you and your organization can take to be better prepared for a cyber attack and minimize these risks. This is intended for senior leaders, administrators and others in non-technical roles and will walk you through a virtual table-top exercise that will highlight what you need to consider before, during, and after a cyber breach to help you be better prepared.

​Speakers

​Sergeant Warren Krahenbil, Team Lead, RCMP Federal Policing Cybercrime Investigative Team - Vancouver and Cryptocurrency Tactical Operations Support Team.

​Sergeant Warren Krahenbil is a 25 year member of the RCMP. He has served, in part, in General Duty, Robbery, Criminal Intelligence, Integrated Gang Task Force, Federal Serious and Organized Crime and Cybercrime. Warren initiated the RCMP Cybercrime Operations Group and is currently the team lead of the RCMP Federal Policing Cybercrime Investigative Team - Vancouver (CIT-V) and the RCMP Cryptocurrency Tactical Operation Support Team (CTOS). The CIT-V is currently tasked with national and international level cybercrime investigations. The CTOS provides specialized cryptocurrency investigative support to Federal Policing investigations

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​Jon Ferguson, Vice President, Cybersecurity & DNS

​Jon Ferguson leads the Cybersecurity and DNS services unit at CIRA that builds upon the organization's world-class DNS services to provide cybersecurity services and training to Canadians and the global internet community. For the past 15 years, Jon has worked in product leadership roles for organizations building globally distributed Internet of Things and Cybersecurity solutions. Prior to joining CIRA, he was Director of Public Key Infrastructure & IoT at Entrust. He helped launch a suite of products including next-generation, SaaS-based security solutions to the company's global customer base. Jon holds a Bachelor of Geographic Analysis degree from Toronto Metropolitan University.

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​Randy Purse, CD, PhD, CTDP, Senior Advisor, Cybersecurity Training and Education, Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University

​A veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) with years of experience in various security roles, Randy has also served as the Strategic Advisor of Cybersecurity Training and Education at the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security as well as the Director of Cybersecurity Standards and Vice President of Future Workforce Development at Technation. He joined the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst at Toronto Metropolitan University in 2021 and specializes in cybersecurity strategy and management. He focuses his efforts on designing and facilitating cyber security training & education for a variety of academic and professional audiences. He continues to research, write and consult on cybersecurity, workforce development, and workplace learning.

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​Liam Skelton, Cybersecurity Analyst II, College of New Caledonia 

​Liam Skelton is a dedicated Cyber Security Analyst at the College of New Caledonia located in Prince George, BC, with four years of IT experience and over one and half years specializing in cybersecurity. Liam has played a critical role in implementing a cyber strategy, policies, standards, and basic cyber processes. His passion for cybersecurity and commitment to continuous learning drive his professional journey, ensuring robust protection and solutions for the college's cybersecurity program.

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​Hawkeye Fyvie, Cybersecurity Analyst I, College of New Caledonia

​Hawkeye Fyvie is a Cybersecurity Analyst for the College of New Caledonia, who, through a diverse journey, is now eager to share his experience of breaking into this exciting field. With guidance from his coach Dominic Vogel, 3+ years of combined educational and work experience, and a dash of roadblocks, Hawkeye now plays a pivotal operational role in building a cybersecurity program from the ground up. This has allowed him to grow a passion for his field and has given him the skills necessary to ensure the safety of people, processes, and technology within the organization.

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​Dominic Vogel, Principal, Vogel Cyber Leadership & Coaching

​Dominic Vogel is a well-respected cyber security thought leader appearing on media news outlets across the world. As a veteran cyber security expert and thought leader, Dominic holds a proven track record across multitude of industries (financial services, logistics, transportation, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and critical infrastructure).  

​Dominic is a firm believer in delivering sustainable security that supports and protects business goals. Having worked within large and globally diverse organizations he has extensive security experience that has been forged over the past two decades as an information security professional.

​Dominic is a 2x founder who has focused on providing unbiased actionable cyber security strategic guidance and advice to startups and small businesses across North America.  Dominic is the President at Vogel Coaching & Leadership Services, a Vancouver-based leadership advisory company specializing in cyber security, and hosts the Cyber Security Matters Podcast, a highly regarded podcast that explores the intersection between cyber security and business.   

​He is also a self-professed positive troll and professional hype man and believes in the power of uplifting others through his high-energy coaching practice.

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​Jennifer Chant Supervisor, Cyber Security Advice and Guidance for the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security.

​Jennifer completed a master degree in Information Science and a graduate certification in cyber security. Jennifer has worked in information management, privacy, systems administration, and cyber security architecture for the past 16 years. She leads a team of security professionals in delivering cyber security advice and guidance products to the Government of Canada, large organizations, small and medium businesses, critical infrastructure sectors and Canadians.

​About the Municipal Finance Authority of BC

​Through our collective structure, the Municipal Finance Authority of BC (MFABC), pools the borrowing and investment needs of BC’s communities and public institutions to achieve scale and provide a range of low cost and flexible financial services. MFABC is independent from the Province of BC and has been enhancing the stability and resilience of the local government sector and enabling the equitable and affordable delivery of essential services across BC since 1970.  After lending and investments, we consider support for financial education to be the ‘third pillar’ of our mission.  We have been sponsoring the Vancouver ISACA Chapter “Local Government Sector Day” for several years as we see the potential financial risk impact of cybersecurity to our local government clients, as well as in our own technology operations.  

​Renata Hale, Director of Technology & Strategy

​Renata is the Director, Technology & Strategy with the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia (MFA) and is responsible for technology, software development, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. 

​Renata is a CPA, CGA with a bachelor’s degree in accounting science.  She is an advocate for continuing education and has completed certificates in Risk Management, Performance Management, Strategy, Cybersecurity Frameworks, and Leadership.  Renata is the Secretary-Treasurer of the Local Government Leadership Academy is a board member for Paws For Hope Animal Foundation and is a member of Women for Humane Canada.