Screening and expert panels exploring leadership, resilience, cybersecurity, and the future of Canada’s security ecosystem.
*** NOTE: THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT ***
The People & Systems Behind Canada’s Security
Featuring the Ottawa premiere screening of The Women in Security Documentary
Join senior leaders from government, cybersecurity, defence, technology, academia, and public policy for an afternoon exploring the evolving threats, leadership challenges, and resilience shaping Canada’s security future.
Hosted by The Canadian Internet Society, this special Ottawa event features the Canadian screening of the award-winning The Women in Security Documentary *—a powerful film spotlighting the women shaping the future of cybersecurity, intelligence, and protective services.
(*Note: This event will be screening the shortened 30-minute version of the documentary.)
More than a documentary, the film has become part of a global movement to amplify underrepresented voices, challenge outdated narratives, and inspire the next generation of leaders across the security industry.
The screening will be paired with live panel discussions and conversations featuring leaders from across Canada’s security ecosystem, exploring topics including:
– Evolving threats and resilience
– Cybersecurity, defence, and emerging technologies
– Leadership, workforce development, and the future of security talent
Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners during a networking reception following the screening.
Speakers:
– Caroline Xavier, Chief, Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSE)
– Aarti Gadhia, Country Manager, Sentra; Top 20 Women in Cybersecurity Worldwide; Fintech Cybersecurity Woman of the Year; Top 20 Cyber Women in Canada
– Karen Nemani, Cybersecurity Leader; President, WiCyS Ontario Affiliate; Board Advisor, AWS Security Delivery Practice Canada
MORE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENTS COMING SOON!
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Networking reception to follow
Château Laurier – Laurier Room
Thank you to our event sponsors, Deloitte and CIRA.
This event is not affiliated with Invest Ottawa and is independently organized by a third party.
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