About this Event
Canadians Connected, CIRA’s premier event series for internet aficionados, is headed to the heart of KW’s tech hub on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at Catalyst Commons.
Join an engaging fireside chat to learn how to keep your family safe while navigating life online. Experts will share what it means to become the Home CTO, with practical advice on everything from privacy and scams to devices and cybersecurity threats.
Meet and mingle with leading experts shaping Canada’s internet space while enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, networking and a pop-up shopping experience featuring local .CA businesses from across the region.
This event is open and free to all, but you must RSVP!
The details:
What:Canadians Connected: Kitchener-Waterloo, an event bringing together Canada’s internet community for networking and learning opportunities. You’ll experience:
- Networking, light bites and cocktails/mocktails
- A pop-up shopping experience from local .CAs
- A fireside chat on becoming your family’s Home CTO
Who: Local businesses: Alexander Henry Coffee, Black Candle Print Co., Blowing Smoke Hot Sauce, Elle Makes, JustSimplyXO, LivLush, Made of Honour Co., Nectar Reserve, Malty & Hoppy Delicacy, nat’s savon co, Paper Marché, Rare Olive, Rollke, SBK Decor and Studio Syd.
When: Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m.
Where: Catalyst Commons, Glasgow Hall, 137 Glasgow St.
Cost: Completely free (even the parking), just register!
Please note: a professional photographer will be present, and photos may be used for promotional and communication purposes across our website, social media channels and marketing materials.
EVENTBRITE TICKETS ARE NOT VALID FOR THIS EVENT, FOR FREE.
Check out a recap video of our last Canadians Connected event in Winnipeg!
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM
.CA marketplace
Info: Shop our lineup of local businesses on site during the event, featuring: Alexander Henry Coffee, Black Candle Print Co., Blowing Smoke Hot Sauce, Elle Makes, JustSimplyXO, LivLush, Made of Honour Co., Nectar Reserve, Malty & Hoppy Delicacy, nat’s savon co, Paper Marché, Rare Olive, Rollke, SBK Decor and Studio Syd.
🕑: 06:45 PM
Panel: "Navigating your family’s online life"
Info: Join us for an engaging fireside chat with top cybersecurity experts as they share practical advice on becoming your family's "Home CTO," from protecting your privacy online to navigating scams, devices and cybersecurity threats.
🕑: 06:00 PM
Networking
Info: You'll enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while mingling with other attendees and experts shaping Canada's internet space!
Event venue & nearby stays
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street, Kitchener, Canada
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