May 22, 2013
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$20m to fund cyber strategies

Stating that "sophisticated threats demand sophisticated responses," Defence Minister Peter MacKay has committed $20 million to fund projects aimed at making Canada safer from cyber attacks.

Among the 26 science and technology initiatives to receive funding is a joint government-academic project to develop capabilities to "identify, locate and mitigate potential wireless security threats," strengthen Canada's digital infrastructure, and improve responses to cyber threats. The partners in the project are Defence Research and Development Canada, Laval University in Quebec City and the University of Western Ontario in London.

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The Latest Issue

Welcome to the May 2013 digital edition of SC Magazine Canada, in PDF format.

Featured in this issue:

The great divide - Aaron Swartz's death inspired Rep. Zoe Lofgren to want to reform the federal anti-hacking law, but some worry this would sterilize a potent enforcement weapon.

• At your service - Canada's Shared Services initiative is supposed to save money first, and generate security benefits as a side benefit.

Special section: Education - We investigate the state of continuing education, asking experts about the value of certifications. 

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