The security industry came together on Oct. 19 to honour Canadian Security's Security Director of the Year, Thomas Gerstenecker, for his contributions to the United Nations' UNOPS. A Canadian overseas, Gerstenecker was stationed on Copenhagen, Denmark, and has since accepted a new position at UN headquarters in New York City. Unfortunately, Gerstenecker was unable to attend the awards dinner, sponsored by Anixter Canada, and accepted the award via video.

Established in 1852 in Quebec City, Université Laval was the first French-speaking university in North America. In 1950, construction began on its main campus in Sainte-Foy, which was then on the outskirts of the city. It has grown into what is now referred to as a city within a city.

Tony Weeks has always been one to challenge the status quo in health care security, but two years ago he was getting restless and looking for a new project — something that would put him ahead of the pack— something no one else had done.

Many organizations have started dipping their toes into IP-based security systems, often ending up with hybrid digital and analogue setups.

As co-CEO, Strategy & Alliances, Brian McIlravey, CPP, will lead PPM 2000’s strategic planning process and drive the company’s partnership opportunities.

After 20 years, David Hyde is leaving Cadillac Fairview, just as the organization is about to undergo a re-organization.

For the last six years Hyde was Director of Security for the organization at its head office in Toronto. He says he is leaving the company to pursue other professional interests effective Feb. 26.

CS: First, let’s clarify the language. What are the differences between RFP, RFQ and RFT?

At 100 King Street West, in the heart of Toronto’s financial district, the country’s tallest commercial office tower, home to the Bank of Montreal, rises up above all others. Each day about 10,000 people go up into the 72-storey building.

An Alberta-based hardware chain is trying to nail down its security infrastructure one store at a time.