CIPS Student Membership is Free! |
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Student Membership is FREE for CIPS - Canada’s Association of IT Professionals!
Know an IT Student? Please let them know that CIPS membership is free!
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AWS Summit Ottawa 2022 (Sept 8th, Virtual) |
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Shaw Centre - Ottawa
September 8, 2022
Build cloud skills for free. Learn from global tech leaders. Transform your organization.
Join tech leaders from across Canada at AWS Summit Ottawa, a free cloud learning day on Sep. 8, 2022.
Discover how teams like yours are leveraging the cloud to innovate and streamline their data management processes. Dive deep into 25+ sessions focused on data and analytics, disaster recovery, and infrastructure modernization.
Sign up now at no cost, and join us for:
- Hands-on learning sessions, live demos and Q&A with cloud experts.
- Peer learning from organizations who are using the cloud to drive innovation across Canada, the US, and the UK.
- Dedicated training and certification sessions to help you deepen your learning.
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Big Data & AI Toronto 2022 (Oct 6-7th, Toronto) |
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Canada’s #1 Conference and Expo (Big Data & AI Toronto) on AI, Big Data, Cloud, and Cybersecurity is back on October 6-7, 2022, at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. A unique 4-in-1 tech event experience – Connecting peers through meaningful interactions, Collaborating with some of the world’s top minds, Sharing knowledge and insights with experts, and Discovering new trends and technologies.
With more than 250 presentations, 100 exhibiting companies, and 5,000 attendees, Big Data & AI Toronto offers a unique opportunity to learn about the latest trends and network with all Big Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals in USA and Canada.
CIPS Members receive 30% off registration!
Use promote code: BDAIT22-CIPS
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3rd Annual Big Data & Analytics West Summit
(Nov 9-10th, Vancouver)
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CIPS are delighted to partner with the upcoming 3rd Annual Big Data & Analytics West Summit. It’s the only big data event dedicated to trends and technology celebrating data innovation in Western North America.
On November 9 & 10 at the stunning Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront in Vancouver, BC, over 300 data leaders will gather to discuss how to:
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Explore the latest trends across the big data landscape, including governance, unstructured data migration, cloud and data lake storage and AI/ML technology.
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Discover how to maximize the ROI of your data applications and secure C-suite buy-in.
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Update your governance framework to ensure your organization is compliant and create a proactive response to data security risks.
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Combat the digital skills shortage by developing innovative strategies for training and retaining your analytics talent.
Who’s speaking at the conference?
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Karen Beckmann, Chief Information Officer, Rocky Mountaineer
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Ryan Hum, CIO & VP of Data, Canada Energy Regulator
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Michael Iseyemi, VP of IT, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment
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Dylan Roth, Managing Director of CX Metrics, ATB
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Jeremy Coughlin, VP of Enterprise Analytics, Coast Capital Savings
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Vandana Mohan, Director of Data Science & Engineering, Shopify
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And many more!
Why attend?
1. Gain actionable insights to revitalize your data culture strategy
2. Benchmark your projects with leading data evangelists
3. Grow your network by engaging with over 300 data thought leaders
CIPS Members receive 20% off registration!
And save a further 20% by following the link and using the code: CIPS20OFF
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Becoming an IT Contractor: Everything You Need to Know |
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Featured Article via Dasro, a CIPS Corporate Partner
Over the last few years, there has been a significant change in the world’s workforce. Thousands of professionals are leaving their full-time jobs in favor of independent careers as contractors and freelancers. The IT industry has been uniquely impacted by a move to more contractors than ever before.
The impetus behind “The Great Resignation,” varies from industry to industry. Lack of mobility, a desire for a better work-life balance, unhappiness with career development and support. There are myriad reasons for choosing a career as a contractor. But across the world, IT talent is redefining the industry and taking back control of their professional lives.
No matter the reason for choosing the contractor life, the benefits for talent are powerful. So, if you’ve been considering a switch to contractor work in your IT discipline, this article will help you make your decision.
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ERA’s Same Day Pick Up Service |
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Featured Article via the ERA,
a CIPS Corporate Partner
Easier then ever to donate your Laptops, Tablets & Cellphones through ERA’s Free Pick-Up Service
There are many drop-off sites in Canada where people can bring their unwanted electronics, but how many offer same day pickups from your home this easily?
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is excited to announce our newest promotion to make disposing of your laptops, tablets, and cellphones as fast and convenient for you as possible.
Simply fill out our online form HERE and attach a photo of your devices. Once approved, package the items in a sealed box or bag, wiping down surfaces with disinfectant. We will than send a driver to pick up your package. You’ll get notifications providing instructions on how to help ensure a smooth pickup and when your driver is arriving.
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Cross-National Engineering and Information and Communications Technology (EICT) Employees online survey |
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via University of Manitoba
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the Cross-National Engineering and Information and Communications Technology (EICT) Employees online survey.
This survey is part of a cross-national (Canada, Sweden, and Germany) and cross-sector (private, public, and academia) study of women’s retention and advancement in engineering and information technology careers. Our objective is to achieve a better understanding of the factors that support women’s retention and career success (e.g., work-family balance, network access, and a workplace that’s free from harassment and discrimination).
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IT Skills Assessment and Career Planning |
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CIPS Members can then set career goals and compare their current skills to the skills required to progress in their career. Members can then create an action plan to take courses to develop the required targeted skills to reach their career goals.
1) Assess your current IT Skills
2) Set your Career Goals
Compare the skills you currently have to the skills you need to progress in your career
3) Develop Targeted Skills
Create an action plan, take courses, and develop targeted skills to reach your career goals
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New CIPS Certification Application |
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CIPS is excited to announce that it has released a new CIPS Certification Application and welcomes new CIPS Certification applicants to use this new application and provide feedback for the final version.
This new Certification application utilizes the CIPS IT Skills Assessment tool for the Experience section which identifies your current IT skills, skills gaps, and the skills required to progress in your career. IT skills are assessed using SFIA (Skills Framework for the Information Age), which is a technical competency and skills framework that provides a method of mapping an individual’s professional skills to a set of internationally relevant standard definitions.
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Share your CIPS Certificates and Badges on
your LinkedIn Profile, Email Signature, and More!
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QUICK ACCESS: Click “Retrieve a Credential” and enter your email. All of your Certificates and Badges associated with this email will be emailed to you.
FULL ACCESS: – Click “Sign In” for Full Access to post your Credentials on your LinkedIn Profile under the “Licenses & Certifications” section.
Once you’ve accessed your Credentials you can obtain your Unique Certificate/Badge URL, share your Certificate/Badge on Social Media, Embed it in your Email Signature, and download a PDF version.
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CIPS Partners & CIPS Accredited Schools*
*Schools with active CIPS Accredited programs
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The following organizations support CIPS' commitment to professionalism, ethics, and high standards for the IT profession and industry. CIPS thanks all its partners for their contribution.
Become a CIPS Partner Today! - Send an email to info@cips.ca.
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