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Warning signs may have been missed in school shooting case

Months before authorities say Nikolas Cruz walked into his former high school and slaughtered 17 people, the troubled teen began showing what may have been warning signs he was bent on violence.


New rules for use of surveillance cameras in Quebec care centres start March 7

Francine Charbonneau, the minister responsible for seniors, said the rules balance a patient's right to have their security monitored while also protecting the reputations of staff.


Casino will check hotel rooms, even with 'Do Not Disturb'

Caesars Entertainment will check its guests' hotel rooms every 24 hours, even if they have a "Do Not Disturb" sign hanging on the doorknob. The company will implement the new policy soon at all its properties worldwide.
 
 
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Panasonic and Trend Micro developing cybersecurity solution for connected cars

The partnership aims to achieve high security of autonomous and connected cars by developing a solution to detect and prevent intrusions into Electronic Control Units (ECUs) that control driving behaviour. » Read full article
 
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Third annual Hockey Classic raises more than $17,000

SP&T News hosted the third annual Mission 500 Hockey Classic on Thursday, Feb. 15 at the Canlan Ice Sports complex at York University, raising more than $17,000 in support of Toronto Crimestoppers Youth Programs. » Read More
 
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Cyberspies defend proposed new authority to go on the offensive

A Liberal bill would help the Communications Security Establishment counter various forms of cyberaggression and violent extremism, Shelly Bruce, associate chief of the CSE, told a House of Commons committee. » Read full article

Finding a shot in the dark

The difference between life and death can be greatly impacted by the quick response from security and law enforcement teams, and with today’s emerging technologies, there are security solutions available to help detect an active shooter and alert the appropriate parties. » Read full article

Opinion: More resources required

By Martin Green
The provincially mandated minimum standards do not properly educate or prepare security staff to work in a health-care facility. With all of the duties and responsibilities that are given to them, it is incumbent upon the facility to ensure that its staff are properly trained.
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Focus On Manufacturing Security

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Date: April 18, 2018
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