Report says all B.C. events should get risk review, in wake of festival tragedy
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Editor's Note 
 
Among this week's round-up of security stories: why smishing scams are on the rise; a new Commissionaires CEO in PEI and New Brunswick; and the new shoe rule at airport security screenings.
- Neil Sutton, Editor
 
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TikTok CEO asks to meet with industry minister over shutdown order

In November, Ottawa ordered the dissolution of TikTok’s Canadian business following a national security review of ByteDance Ltd., the Chinese company behind the social media platform.


Report says all B.C. events should get risk review, in wake of festival tragedy

While some events have access to professional support, the report says many celebrations rely on volunteers with little training or funding, and rather than impose rigid rules, the report says steps need to be taken for consistency and confidence in hosting gatherings.


Canada to 'align' with U.S. airport screening rules as TSA drops shoes-off policy

Ottawa says it will work to align its flight security regulations with those in the U.S. after Washington dropped a rule that required passengers to remove their shoes during security screenings.


 
 
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Fraud experts warn of smishing scams made easier by artificial intelligence, new tech

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says so-called smishing attempts appear to be on the rise, thanks in part to new technologies that allow for co-ordinated bulk attacks. » Read full article
 
 
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Security Director of the Year 2025 open for nominations

Do you know a senior leader who is shaping the future of security? Consider nominating them for Security Director of the Year. » Nominate today

Commissionaires New Brunswick and PEI appoint new CEO

Commissionaires New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island recently announced the appointment of Derrick Stanford as CEO. Stanford, who lives in Fredericton, has previously held senior roles at a variety of organizations. » Read full article

Military says over 1,000 people flown from fire-threatened Manitoba community

The Canadian Armed Forces says it's evacuated over a thousand residents of a northern Manitoba community threatened by a wildfire, while towns and villages in the province are welcoming cooler weather they say is helping firefighters. » Read full article

 
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