Congratulations to CIPS Fellow Dr. Man Fung LO FCIPS, I.S.P., ITCP for being awarded the IFIP IP3’s 2024 David O’Leary Award virtually at the IFIP General Assembly which was held in Lisbon, Portugal on September 19th 2024.

Dr. Man Fung LO is an accomplished academic and IT professional, currently serving as Director for Technology and Infrastructure Development at the Faculty of Education, University of Hong Kong and contributes to various professional organizations, including CIPS as a member of the CIPS Certification Review Committee. In his acceptance speech Dr. Man Fung LO expressed gratitude to IFIP, CIPS, and his colleagues for their support, highlighting the award’s significance in recognizing professionalism, ethics, and diversity.

The award is named after David O’Leary, who made significant contributions to ICT in academic, scientific, government, and industry at the provincial, national and international level. CIPS members may know him best as a former CIPS BC President but he was also an academic Dean, a member of the government ICT Sector Council, speaker at global conferences for the UN and IEEE, and founding general partner of REDDS Capital.

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CIPS GEO Greg Lane FCIPS, I.S.P.,(ret.) discusses his IT journey and the benefits of being part of a professional association like CIPS. Greg also discusses the benefits of using the the SFIA framework for IT professionals and organizations.

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Sabina Posadziejewski, I.S.P., ITCP discusses her IT career, her experience as a CIPS member, and the new CIPS Alberta Mentorship program for Immigrants.

Learn more about the CIPS Alberta ICT Mentorship Program for Immigrants at: https://ab.cips.ca/mentorship/

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The CIPS Alberta ICT Mentorship Program for Immigrants officially launched April 1st, 2024, marking an invaluable opportunity for the province’s immigrant IT community. Funded by the Alberta Immigrant Mentorship Innovation Grant, awarded by Alberta Trade, Immigration and Multiculturalism, this initiative supports immigrants in navigating their IT professional journey in Alberta. 

Program Overview

The program pairs Alberta-based immigrants with experienced mentors who provide guidance and support in various aspects of the Canadian IT industry. Mentees identify their professional strengths, required skills, and learning opportunities, with the help of their mentors. The program’s innovative approach and collaborative nature is further strengthened by partnerships with associations, organizations, and businesses, including TalentC and SkillsTX, which are integral to fostering the growth and success of the program.

Benefits for Mentors

Mentors gain insights into different cultures and perspectives, in addition to enhancing their leadership and communication skills. By participating they contribute to the community and aid in the professional journey of immigrant mentees. Mentors guide mentees in developing intercultural and soft skills, creating action plans to enhance hard skills, preparing for interviews, and expanding their professional network. While mentors do not directly assist in job placements, they provide invaluable tools, knowledge, and advice.

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This webcast is a recording of the CIPS & SkillsTX event “Unlocking the Potential of The SFIA Framework” that took place on September 12th 2024.

Learn about SFIA (Skills Framework for the Information Age) and how it can be utilized by IT professionals and organizations.

Jonathan Elias, CIPS CMO, and John Kleist III, SkillsTX Chief Growth Officer, discuss the benefits of SFIA and how IT professionals can provide feedback for SFIA Beta 9, which is launching soon.

Jonathan discusses how CIPS has been utilizing SFIA in its Certification and Mentorship programs, and how CIPS Members have been using SFIA for skills assessments and career planning.

This presentation also briefly discusses decoding job postings and professional development using SFIA and ChatGPT.

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Calling all CIPS-BC members! The AGM is your chance to participate in setting the direction for your IT professional organization.

Date and time: Tue, Oct 15, 2024. Zoom call opens at 5:15 pm; AGM 5:30-6:30 pm.

Location: Online

Canada is a world leader in information technology; our BC talent must continue to innovate and perform. As a member of Canada’s internationally recognized IT professional organization, we encourage you to consider joining our board. It is a rewarding experience that will connect you with amazing people and perspectives.

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Date: October 9th, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM ADT / 11:00 AM EDT

CIPS Atlantic members are invited to participate in a special feedback webinar with Greg Lane, FCIPS, I.S.P. (ret.), CEO of CIPS. This is an excellent opportunity to share your thoughts on how CIPS can better serve its members. 

Greg will provide a CIPS National update and engage in an open discussion to explore what members value most in their CIPS membership and how CIPS can enhance its offerings.

Your input is essential in shaping the future of CIPS—be sure to join the conversation!

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Join us for a CIPS Accreditation Information Webinar on October 24th at 1pm ADT / 12pm EDT with the CIPS Director of Accreditation Gerald Caissy, FCIPS, I.S.P. (ret.). This session will provide insights into the accreditation process, which involves external reviews by industry and academic experts to ensure programs meet high-quality standards.

Learn how CIPS Accreditation enhances program credibility, gives graduates eligibility for the AITP designation, and provides global recognition through the Seoul Accord. 

This webinar is ideal for academic leaders, administrators, and anyone involved in IT education. Don’t miss this opportunity to understand the benefits of aligning your programs with industry standards and getting your program Accredited.

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CIPS Members receive a discount when registering for the following programs offered by Osgoode Professional Development at York University!

CIPS Members Receive 15% Discount on the following – Use discount code: CIPS-15

Oct 9th 2024: 2nd Annual Forum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Law [2024]

Discover the latest trends and developments in AI and the law at the 2nd Annual Forum on AI and the Law. Under the guidance of program chairs Monica Goyal and Max Jarvie, explore case studies, best practices, and ethical considerations surrounding AI adoption as well as risk management in the legal field.

Dec 2nd 2024: Privacy and Cybersecurity Law and Practice Critical Updates [2024] 

Stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of Privacy and Cybersecurity Law with Osgoode Professional Development’s critical updates program December 2, 2024 (Online Replay: January 27, 2025).

CIPS Members Receive 10% Discount on the following – Use discount code: CIPS-10

Feb 6th 2025: The Osgoode Certificate in Privacy and Cybersecurity Law [2025]

Are you in a managerial role and want to boost your knowledge in privacy and cybersecurity? Osgoode Professional Development’s program is designed for professionals like you! Join them in 2025 for 5 modules of practical insights and expert guidance.

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CIPS Members receive 50% discount off registration! Use the code: CIPS52E4CJE4

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CIPS Members Register for iTech 2024 for FREE!

iTech is Canada’s Leading IT Conference & Exhibition – Focusing on; Infrastructure, Cloud, Security, Data Centre, Virtualization, AI & Machine Learning.

iTech brings thousands of IT professionals representing end-users, system integrators and value-added resellers, who seek to identify cost effective solutions through leading-edge product & services, networking, and education.

iTech Attracts: CIO/CTO’s, CISO’s, CEO’s, IT Directors/Managers, Network Architects, System Administrators, Analysts, Data Centre Managers, Network and Communications Managers, Systems Software Managers, Security and Recovery Specialists and Storage Architects/Developers. Join us today!

- iTech Vancouver, November 5, 2024

- ITech Calgary, November 7, 2024

- iTech Toronto, November 19, 2024

Learn more at: https://www.itechconference.ca/

CIPS Members can Register for iTech for FREE HERE

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Build cloud skills for free. Learn from global tech leaders. Transform your organization.

Join tech leaders from across Canada at AWS Symposium Ottawa, a free cloud learning day on Oct. 9, 2024.

Discover 20+ sessions focused on data and analytics, disaster recovery, and infrastructure modernization.

Dive deep into Generative AI and data with Maj. Gen. Clint Crosier, AWS director of Aerospace & Satellite and a past director at the US Department of Defense’s Space Force.

Be inspired by a keynote from six-time Stanley Cup champion Mark Messier and two-time Olympic hockey gold medal captain Cassie Campbell-Pascall.

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Featured CIPS Member Benefit:

SkillsWave – Curated professional development

SkillsWave is an education marketplace that provides curated professional development programs and courses to develop new skills!

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CIPS Partners

The following organizations support CIPS' commitment to professionalism, ethics, and high standards for the IT profession and industry. CIPS thanks all its partners for their contribution. 

Become a CIPS Partner Today! - Send an email to info@cips.ca.