Secure Your Workplace – Cyber Security Skills Training in Winnipeg

Duration:1 Full Day (8 Hours) 

Delivery Mode: Classroom (In-Person) 

Language: English 

Credits: 8 PDUs / Training Hours 

Certification: Course Completion Certificate  

Refreshments: Lunch, Snacks and beverages will be provided during the session. 

Winnipeg’s small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and manufacturing firms are rapidly digitizing their operations, making cyber security a critical business priority. From ransomware threats to phishing scams and industrial control system vulnerabilities, organizations face increasing risks that can disrupt operations and damage reputation.  

This 1-day workshop equips IT personnel, office managers, and business leaders with practical strategies to safeguard data, systems, and digital assets. You will learn how to identify risks, apply defense mechanisms, and build a culture of cyber resilience tailored to Winnipeg’s growing business environment. 

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to: 

• Understand key cyber security threats facing SMEs and manufacturers. 

• Implement practical steps to protect systems, networks, and data. 

• Recognize phishing, malware, and ransomware attempts. 

• Apply strategies to secure remote and hybrid work environments. 

• Build cyber resilience through policies, training, and best practices. 

• IT personnel in SMEs and manufacturing firms. 
• Office managers responsible for digital systems. 
• Business owners and decision-makers seeking cyber readiness. 
• Professionals transitioning into cyber-focused roles. 
• Team leaders aiming to embed a security-first culture. 

This workshop is built with Winnipeg’s unique business landscape in mind. With SMEs and manufacturing firms rapidly digitizing their operations, cyber security is no longer optional—it’s essential. Our program combines practical strategies, real-world case studies, and hands-on activities so you don’t just learn the theory, but practice defending against real threats. Delivered by experienced trainers who understand the challenges of local businesses, this session is designed to be practical, engaging, and immediately applicable in your workplace. 

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Smart Savings for Groups 

Register in groups: 3 + participants save 10% each, while 10+ participants save 15% each. 

Protect your business from cyber threats right where you work!  

Our in-house training brings the cyber security workshop directly to your Winnipeg office, tailored to your team’s unique systems, risks, and daily challenges. By learning together in a familiar environment, employees can immediately apply strategies, strengthen collaboration across departments, and build a lasting culture of cyber resilience that keeps your organization safe. 

📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house, face-to-face session:

Info: • Trainer introduction and workshop objectives
• Icebreaking activity: “Have you ever faced a suspicious email?” (team sharing)

Info: • The evolving threat landscape for SMEs & manufacturers
• Why cyber security is a business priority
• Activity: Individually list your top 3 digital assets that must be protected, then discuss in groups how a breach could impact operations.

Info: • Phishing, malware, ransomware, insider risks
• Real-world examples in manufacturing & SMEs
• Activity: Spot-the-phish exercise (individual) followed by team brainstorming on the biggest cyber risks SMEs face in Winnipeg.

Info: • Basics of firewalls, antivirus, and patch management
• Securing Wi-Fi, devices, and industrial systems
• Activity: Each participant checks off current security measures they use; teams then create a “minimum security checklist” for a small office.

Info: • Backup strategies, encryption, and access controls
• Protecting sensitive business and customer data
• Activity: Individuals identify one weak spot in their workplace data handling; groups map out a simple backup plan for an SME.

Info: • Risks in remote access, cloud apps, and personal devices
• Practical policies for SMEs and manufacturing teams
• Activity: Quick individual password habits survey; team task—draft 3 rules for a secure remote work policy.

Info: • Steps to take during a cyber attack
• Building an incident response plan
• Activity: Individuals write their first 3 steps in response to a cyber incident; groups run a tabletop ransomware scenario and present their plan.

Info: • Staff awareness & training programs
• Security policies, compliance, and ongoing monitoring
• Activity: Each participant suggests one awareness idea; groups design a campaign slogan or poster concept.

Info: • Key takeaways from the day
• Certificate distribution and closing remarks

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Regus MB, Winnipeg - St. Mary, 330 Saint Mary Avenue #suite 300, Winnipeg, Canada