Security and the MBA: The advantages of a business education
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Editor's Note 
 
Continuing education and a proactive approach to upskilling are often elements of a successful career. Business credentials can also be a difference maker for security professionals. More in our top story for this week.
- Neil Sutton, Editor
 
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Security and the MBA: The advantages of a business education

Why more security industry professionals are looking to MBAs to beef up their credentials and boost their careers.


Threats about violence at B.C. schools likely fake, police say

Police in two B.C. cities are reassuring parents that online threats targeting schools in Langley and Abbotsford over the weekend are not credible, but acknowledge the messages have created "a sense of fear and anxiety."


Vancouver retailers applaud anti-theft task force amid 'egregious' shoplifting spike

Retailers are welcoming a new task force being created by the City of Vancouver to tackle a spike in retail theft that it says is led by organized crime and repeat offenders.


 
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It's harder than ever to detect investment scams — here’s how to avoid falling victim

Investment scams have evolved by leaps and bounds from the blatant ploys and spam pitches of decades past, morphing into phony cryptocurrency websites, false bank correspondence and impersonations of loved ones, including phone calls that draw on voice-cloning technology. » Read full article
 
 
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Retail loss prevention leaders gather at RCC’s annual Retail Secure conference

From retail theft and repeat offenders, to organized retail crime and violence in stores, RCC’s Retail Secure Conference provided an opportunity for conversation and collaboration between retailers, law enforcement, solution partners and thought leaders from across Canada. » Read full article

Canada at the forefront of cybersecurity

In the past decade, the entire cybersecurity landscape has transformed dramatically. Significant investments have flowed into cybersecurity, transitioning from primary research to commercialization and the mobilization of knowledge and product development. » Read full article

Saskatoon police investigating possible hate crime at University of Saskatchewan

Police in Saskatoon are investigating a possible hate crime after a University of Saskatchewan meeting was interrupted with "inappropriate" images and video and "hateful rhetoric." » Read full article

 
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ASIS Toronto: Student Appreciation Night 

Location: Humber College Lakeshore Campus
Date: April 10, 2025
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Focus On Guarding

Location: Mississauga, Ont.
Date: April 24, 2025
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Security Canada East

Location: Laval, Que.
Date: April 30, 2025
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