Cybersecurity for SMEs - Small Business Week
Cybersecurity for SMEs - Small Business Week
October 20, 2025 (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM) (PDT)
Description
Join us for a in-depth webinar with IN-SEC-M, Canada's national cybersecurity and industry cluster.
Join us for a practical cybersecurity session hosted by In-Sec-M, the Canadian cybersecurity cluster. As a non-profit organization supported by the National Research Council of Canada, In-Sec-M connects more than 200 cybersecurity companies, experts, and institutions across the country. Its mission is to help Canadian organizations strengthen their digital resilience through collaboration, education, and access to trusted expertise.
This session will demystify cybersecurity and equip you with actionable strategies and resources to protect your business, customers, and data. Whether you’re just starting your cybersecurity journey or looking to enhance your current practices, this webinar will provide practical, easy-to-understand guidance from experienced professionals.
About the Presenters
Western Canada Ambassador, In-Sec-M
Anthony will share insights on how local businesses can access the IRAP grant to support their cybersecurity initiatives and take practical steps to strengthen their digital defences. With more than a decade of experience leading cybersecurity and compliance programs for organizations such as the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC and London Drugs, Anthony specializes in helping small and medium-sized businesses build strong, sustainable cybersecurity foundations. He also teaches at the University of British Columbia and Vancouver Community College, where he develops programs that prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Founder and CEO, Tursa Group
We’ve invited John Leishman to deliver the hands-on, practical portion of the session. As the founder of Tursa Group, John has over two decades of experience helping organizations improve their digital maturity and cybersecurity readiness. Having assessed more than 290 Canadian companies through both provincial and federal programs, John brings real-world insights into the challenges small businesses face when implementing cybersecurity measures. He’ll share straightforward, cost-effective steps that any organization can follow—many featured in his free resource, Cyber-Security-Assessment.help.
Small Business Week is a national celebration of Canadian entrepreneurs and their contribution to Canada's economy. The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) has been organizing Small Business Week since 1979. The Burnaby Board of Trade is proud to support all their members with small businesses.
This event is part of the Centre for Business and Workforce Development program.
Partners
Platinum Partners
Free for BBOT Members. If you are not a member of BBOT, please contact our Events Specialist, Sarah@bbot.ca
Online - Zoom