CIPS Connections Connecting you to News Affecting CIPS and the IT Profession I February 29th, 2024 

Join us virtually today at 12pm CST / 1pm EST for "Success Stories: Our Journey to Saskatchewan"

“Success Stories: Our Journey to Canada” is a motivational initiative designed to showcase the journeys of Canadian Immigrants who have overcome challenges, achieved remarkable milestones, and established successful careers in Canada. The program aims to inspire, motivate, and empower participants by sharing real-life success stories that highlight resilience, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Join us on February 29th at 12:00 pm (SK time) for an interactive session with four CIPS Saskatchewan members who immigrated to Canada and are currently working in the IT sector. You will hear about their journey including their challenges and successes. Below you will find the names of the members and their position with CIPS and their current title. Speakers: Abhishek Saksena, I.S.P. Job Title: Senior Manager CIPS SK Board Member Chair: Mentorship Committee and Mentor Titilola Adesuyi, I.S.P., Job Title: Information Management Specialist CIPS SK Board Member Chair: Student Liaison Committee Mentor and Mentorship Committee member Jane Obi-Ezumah, I.S.P. Job Title: Project Manager CIPS SK Board Member Chair: Programs Committee Mentor and Mentorship Committee member Michael Oleru, I.S.P. Job Title: Principal Cloud Solutions Architect CIPS SK Board Member Mentor, Student Liaison Committee member Register Here CIPS Certified Members - Attend and Earn Re-Certification Credits!

Call for Nominations for the CIPS Fellowship Award Due March 1st

The CIPS Fellowship Electoral Committee is seeking nominations from CIPS member societies and members.  Being awarded the CIPS Fellow status is earned recognition of significant development or outstanding contribution to the advancement of the profession, computer technology, the ICT sector or the adoption of ICT. Contributions can be made at a local, provincial, national or international level. Contributions can be made within or for the profession, business or government or industry. They can be made through research, systems development, education, authorship, public policy or advocacy. CIPS Fellowship Awards are open to members of CIPS member societies. Download the CIPS FELLOW NOMINATION FORM Applications are being received until March 1st Guidelines for CIPS Fellow Nominee Description The Fellow is the highest class of membership offered by CIPS. Fellow Members have agreed to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professional conduct. They will also help to promote CIPS and the association’s initiatives within their sphere of influence. Fellow Members use the designation, FCIPS, after their name.

SSC’s Architect Professional Certification Program receives Canadian accreditation

via Shared Services Canada In December 2023, SSC's Architect Professional Certification Program (APCP) received Canadian accreditation from the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS), Canada's association of IT professionals. The APCP is the first Government of Canada career development program to receive this accreditation. The APCP is a multi-level development program focused on equipping GC employees with the necessary skills and knowledge they need to be successful IT architects. These architects play a significant role by creating roadmaps and contributing to solutions that ensure technology investments align with GC standards and goals. Read More

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Celebrating Black History Month and Leaders in Technology

By Andrew Palmer I.S.P., CIPS Ontario President In celebrating Black History Month CIPS would like to take this time to recognize Black History Month within the technology field. It is important to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of Black individuals in shaping the technology industry and contributing to a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable future. In this article we would like to acknowledge a few Black Leaders within Technology who have strived for excellence in this field. We have recognized their achievements and contributions and highlighted their significant role in technology. These Leaders and many more like Martin Luther King Jr. have paved the way for all individuals, including myself to place high aspirational goals in striving for excellence. They placed foundational goals for anyone with a goal and determination can achieve. Read More

ERA’s 2024 Scholarship for $1 Million & $100K Dollars

The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is excited to announce the return of two scholarship opportunities! The competition runs from January 1st, 2024 to September 1st, 2024 giving you plenty of time to see how many donated devices you can collect. $1 Million Dollar scholarship – Collect 1 million laptops and smartphones (suitable for donation) Canada-wide, and win. $100K Dollar scholarship for 100K approved devices People can ship their items at no charge to ERA, using ERA’s shipping labels, get the items picked up for free from their homes by FedEx, UPS, Canada Post, or direct from an ERA truck if in the appropriate location. Non-approved items will be accepted, but only with a small fee. Items collected that pay the fees will also be counted towards the scholarship count totals. Accepted Items for both Scholarships: laptops tablets smartphones desktop computers retro gaming consoles and computers, handheld gaming devices corporate computer equipment servers, switches, business routers scientific equipment Learn More

CIPS Community Forum - Featured Discussions

Join these discussions in the CIPS IT Community Forum! How is your organization leveraging AI technology and facilitating ethical use? Feedback on IT Skills Assessment Tool? Students looking for work and internships Hiring / Looking for Work? Make a CIPS Member connection! Introduce yourself to the CIPS community! 

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