FAQs

What is the main purpose of Algonquin College Cyber Security Day?

October 2014 marks the 11th Annual National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Last year was Algonquin College’s first ever participation in the event. This year, we are featuring a free one-day conference and trade show held in Algonquin’s new 800-seat theatre. You won’t want to miss it!

This will be a very unique event, with highly thought-provoking Canadian speakers. There are promotional opportunities for InfoSec and Data Privacy vendors to show off their security solutions and services, right outside the theatre, and for other partners to provide technical demonstrations or feature information about careers in cyber security.

The intent is to engage and educate public and private sector partners through events and initiatives with the goal of raising awareness about cyber security and increasing the data safety of people, organizations and governments.

Who should attend?

We are inviting EVERYONE in the community who has an interest in cyber security and data privacy, including area high school, college and university students interested in a related career, federal security officials, InfoSec related companies and their staff, and concerned parents.

Will this be annual event?

We hope so! Let’s give this a try and see where it takes us! There is so much we want to try, do, demonstrate and show! This event is what we collectively make of it!

What are the opportunities for sponsors?

There are many ways for organizations and businesses to get involved in Algonquin College Cyber Security Day:

Book a Trade Show Booth

Show off the part you play in online safety with a staffed booth, display materials and promotional materials. You can also use it to recruit.

Give a Technical Demonstration

The ultimate show-and-tell opportunity: bring your gear and show us how it is done!

Sponsor Part of the Day

Want to get noticed and keep our collective concentration elevated? Sponsor food or beverage options for the event’s lunch and breaks by becoming a premier sponsor.

Donate a Prize or Give-Away

From the hottest books and gift cards to the coolest gadgets, contribute a memorable prize or give-away in the name of your company or organization. This adds to the fun

Meet Prospective Employees

Algonquin College is training the next generation of cyber security professionals: come and meet the best and brightest!

Student Pairing

Invite a student (or a few) to your place of business for one day: inspire the next generation of cyber professionals as your shadow during key meetings, a power lunch, and behind-the-scenes peek of your operation.

If your organization would like to participate as a sponsor, presenter and/or exhibitor, or if you have any other thoughts or suggestions, please contact Event Organizer Craig Delmage to discuss the options for making this day an unparalleled gathering for industry, government, educators, students and security professionals of the future.

What are the opportunities for students?

Volunteer!

We need volunteers to help “on the ground” throughout the day… check with your program to see if your participation as a volunteer qualifies as a co-curricular credit activity.

Meet Potential Employers!

Visit the Trade Show and meet representatives of leading cybersecurity businesses: bring your résumé, pick up some swag and make key contacts.

Go to Work for a Day!

Participating vendors and sponsors will host Algonquin College students interested in careers in cybersecurity for a day to show the behind-the-scenes real life work of protecting data privacy. If you are interested in a match-up, contact Craig Delmage at craig.delmage@algonquincollege.com

Be Eligible to win Cool Prizes and Give-Aways!

Participating vendors and sponsors have contributed high tech equipment, gadgets and gift cards to be given in draws throughout the day. Be there with your ticket and good luck charm!
Craig Delmage, CISSP,
613.727.4723
craig.delmage@algonquincollege.com