Canada Connected Virtual Summit: AI & Cybersecurity Trends in Internal Audit
June 2 | 12:00–4:30 p.m. ET | 4.4 CPEs | Virtual
This virtual summit is the first IIA event built exclusively for Canadian internal auditors. This half-day online summit brings professionals together from finance, academia, and retail to explore the forces reshaping internal audit in Canada — from emerging trends in AI and cybersecurity to evolving risks, practical use cases, and the future internal auditor aligned with The IIA’s Vision 2035 pathways.
For Canadians. By Canadians. Connected Across Canada.
Designed for accessibility, relevance, and impact, the summit features English, French, and bilingual sessions led by experienced Canadian thought leaders who understand the landscape you navigate every day.
BONUS CPE: Registration includes an exclusive FREE pre-summit AI webinar.
Canadian speakers
Hear from leading Canadians shaping the future of AI, cybersecurity, and emerging risks.
Program highlights
Six sessions, including a keynote and panel discussion. Access post event recordings for 30 days and Practical Insights Guides for each session.
Research-based insights
Delivering the clarity, confidence, and national perspective you need aligned with The IIA’s Vision 2035 pathways.
Who should attend
From early career internal auditors to established audit leaders, this virtual event delivers the clarity, confidence, and national perspective you need to stay ahead.
Speakers at the Canada Connected Virtual Summit
Opening Keynote Speaker
Jennifer Quaid
Executive Director
Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange
Jennifer is Executive Director of the Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition, part of the Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange. She leads cross-sector collaboration to strengthen cyber resilience and expand services that address Canada’s evolving threat landscape.
Alexandre Bercovy
Senior Director, Integrated Risk Management and Economic Monitoring
Autorité des marchés financiers (Québec)
David Helberg, CIA, CRMA
Chief, Internal Audit Services & Corporate Ethics
Cameco Corporation
North American Board Senior Vice Chair & Global Board Member
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Wyatt Tessari L’Allié
Founder & Executive Director
Artificial Intelligence Governance & Safety Canada (AIGS Canada)
Charmaine Dean
Vice-President, Research and International
University of Waterloo
Chair, Cyber Security Consortium of Canada
Canada Connected program highlights
Discover a focused, half-day, virtual experience designed to maximize both learning and convenience — all without extensive time away from work. Program includes:
- Keynote presentation.
- Two English and French concurrent learning sessions.
- Expert panel discussion with Canadian experts and practitioners.
- Interactive Q&A segments.
- Practical Insight Guides with actionable takeaways provided after each session.
Research-based insights at the Canada Connected Virtual Summit
Explore timely, practical insights to support stronger decision-making and enhance the value of internal audit within your organization. Topics include:
- AI trends influencing Canadian internal audit.
- Cybersecurity realities unique to Canadian organizations.
- Emerging risks across public, private, and hybrid sectors.
- Practical takeaways you can apply immediately.
- Strategies for adapting to rapid regulatory and technological change.
- Sessions aligned with The IIA’s Vision 2035 pathways.
Who should attend the Canada Connected Virtual Summit?
Whether you’re an early-career internal auditor or an established audit leader, this virtual experience delivers the clarity, confidence, and national perspective you need to stay ahead. Ideal for the following:
- IIA Canada members at all career stages.
- Internal auditors seeking Canadian-specific insights.
- Chief audit executives and audit directors.
- Professionals exploring emerging risk, cybersecurity, AI, and innovation.
- Prospective members seeking nationally relevant, practical learning.
Why attend the Canada Connected Virtual Summit?
Designed for accessibility, relevance, and impact, the summit delivers:
- A flexible, virtual format designed for busy professionals.
- Access to post-event recordings for up to 30 days.
- Bilingual sessions.
- Canadian speakers, Canadian insights.
- Nationally relevant content.
- Practical strategies tied to today’s evolving risk environment.
- Thought leadership grounded in real-world Canadian audit practice.