Reminder: Free Online Cybersecurity Training for Agri-Food Sector starts Sep 29 πŸŒ±πŸ‘©β€πŸŒΎ 🚜 πŸ„


In today's digital landscape, being prepared is just as important as being protected - especially for agri-food businesses that power Canada's food system.

Good incident response means keeping operations running during a cyber incident by quickly isolating threats, preserving evidence, and notifying key stakeholders - all backed by tabletop exercises and a clear communication plan.

As technologies like IoT equipment, cloud systems, and autonomous machinery become more connected, the risks grow. A single breach can disrupt supply chains, halt production, compromise animal welfare, crops and food safety.

That's why our free cybersecurity training is designed to help Ontario's agri-food sector strengthen resilience and stay one step ahead.


The program will cover:

● The Agri-Food Cyber Threat Landscape
● Foundations of Cyber-Risk Management
● Third-Party & Supply-Chain Security
● Security-by-design Principles and IoT Security
● Incident Response and Cyber Resilience
● Emerging Technologies and future trends


It is specifically created for small and medium-sized enterprises. No technical knowledge needed.

1. Virtual panel discussion for decision-makers and leaders

Date: Monday, September 29th, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Panelists:

● Gord Howells - VP, Information Technology at Sofina Foods
● Chuck Baesich - President at Haggerty AgRobotics Company and General Manager at Haggerty Creek
● Sem Ponnambalam - Founder and President at Xahive
● MODERATOR: Dr Janos Botschner - President at HumInSight

2. Virtual bootcamp for technical & non-technical staff

Date: Every Thursday from Oct 2 - Nov 6 2025

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

Register now: https://cybersecurecatalyst.ca/agri-food//

Brought to you by Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (CCTX).

Thanks to funding provided by the Government of Ontario, the program is free to participants.


Please reach out if you have any questions and feel free to spread the word for anyone that can benefit.



Cyber Integration Postcard (Agri-Food) Training.pdf (8.57 MB)