Research Security Webinars
ºÚÁÏÍø researchers are invited to participate in upcoming virtual information sessions and workshops hosted by Public Safety Canada.
Note: Please register for these information sessions using your ontariotechu.ca email.
Module 1 - Safeguarding Science: Raising Awareness of Security Risks and Mitigation Tools in Research Environments
This workshop raises awareness within Canada's scientific and academic communities about research security-related issues. Participants will learn about the potential for misuse of dual-use research, technology and materials, along with possible risk indicators and mitigation tools to protect Canadian research assets.
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Module 2 - Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners - Assess the Risk
This module elaborates on dual-use technologies and research. It presents specific examples highlighting the complex nature of dual-use technologies, and ways to recognize their sensitivities. Participants will enhance their understanding of the dual-use nature of any research, whether in science, technology, engineering and math, or in social science disciplines. Frontline researchers and institutions will also learn about tools that will help them perform their due diligence and evaluate risks appropriately.
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Module 3 - Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process
This presentation will provide an overview on immigration forms, supporting documents and other requirements for a study permit. It will also explain the roles and responsibilities of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and its security screening partners. Case studies will help demonstrate the process.
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Module 4 - Know Before You Export: Canada’s Export and Brokering Controls
This presentation will explore Canada’s export controls regime, what is controlled, and why. It will explain how research institutions and academia may be subject to export controls; show how to apply for an export permit; and provide a list of resources and contacts for reference.
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