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Ontario Privacy Commissioner raising awareness on "lawful access" bill

January 23, 2012

The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Ann Cavoukian, has launched a website, www.realprivacy.ca, to raise awareness of the implications of the federal "lawful access" bill.According to a press release...

Panel tackles security risks of the Cloud

January 23, 2012

Cloud technology is still shrouded in myths and misunderstandings, a recent panel discussion concluded, and business leaders need to learn more about it.

CATSA addresses Garda layoffs at Pearson Airport

January 12, 2012

A decision by Garda Security Group to lay off 68 airport screeners at Pearson International Airport does not threaten passenger security, the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority says.

Calgary Transit: A culture of change

January 09, 2012

The Public Safety and Enforcement Section (PS&E) is an integral part of the multi-divisional environment of operations at Calgary Transit. In 1981, Calgary Transit opened the first leg of its...

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Editorial

Cloud computing: good or bad?
by Marty Musters
November 28, 2011
To use the cloud or not to use the cloud,…

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The tricky business of audio surveillance
by Elliott Goldstein
November 28, 2011
Every so often I receive emails or telephone calls asking…

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When to use an ethical hacker
by Marty Musters
November 14, 2011
Two things are driving the digital side of security in…

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News

Security guard attacked at Winnipeg mall

by The Canadian Press
January 09, 2012

A 28-year old man is facing charges after a security guard at Winnipeg's biggest mall had a chemical splashed in his face.

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Cisco report: Young employees present data security risk

by Linda Johnson
January 09, 2012

Young workers and students show little regard for protecting information and represent a significant security threat to the companies they work for, according to a recent report from Cisco Systems.

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Salary Survey 2011: Results in depth

by Staff
December 20, 2011

Click on the link to download a pdf of Canadian Security Salary Survey data

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Alvarado appoints director of business development

by Staff
December 19, 2011

Alvarado, a U.S. manufacturer of turnstiles and entry control solutions, announced the appointment of Brian McNeill as Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships.

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Beijing Metro installs HID access control system

by Staff
December 19, 2011

Beijing Metro has deployed an HID Global access control system consisting of the company’s network access controllers and contactless readers to help ensure the safety of its passengers and staff.

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