Archive for January, 2010

2010 OPS Security Conference: Security Matters

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

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2010 OPS Security Conference: Security Matters

The 4th Annual OPS Security Conference “Security Matters” will be held on March 23 & 24, 2010, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

“Security Matters” showcases the latest trends, best practices, research and innovative security ideas to both the OPS security community and its partners across different sectors and levels of government.

OPS security and the protection of people, information and assets is the focus of this unique two-day opportunity to learn, explore, think, share and network.

This year’s conference features leading experts on a wide array of new topics such as workplace fraud, physical security at national attractions, professional development for security professionals, and a vendor showcase.

“Security Matters” offers tailored subject matter for practitioners in physical security, employee and contractor security, facilities management, protection of personal information, IT security, and procurement.

Register now to take advantage of the incredible price of $299 (Early Bird special ends Febuary 19, 2010). Looking forward to seeing you there!

http://www.opssecurityconference.ca

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Call for Speakers – ASIS Toronto Best Practices 2010

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

call for speakersThe ASIS International, Toronto Chapter is currently accepting proposals for presentations. This seminar attracts over 100 security professionals from all over Southern Ontario. The seminar is meant to assist our members and those in the security industry in keeping up to date with best practices, technology and networking opportunities. Submissions are to be received no later than February 5th 2010 and they are to be sent to info@asistoronto.org please for review.

The 17th Annual Best Practices Seminar will be held in Toronto on April 15th, 2010.

Please download the ASIS Toronto Speaker Guidelines and ASIS Toronto Speaker Submission Form below. Fill out accordingly and then submit to info@asistoronto.org

ASIS Toronto Speaker Guidelines

ASIS Toronto Speaker Submission Form

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ASIS Toronto-Front Line Security Award Winner-Turnaround Team

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

dufferin mall securityIn 2009 at the Law Enforcement and Security Practitioner Awards Dinner; the Dufferin Mall security department was awarded the Front Line Security Award. Mitch Boyle; Supervisor of Security at Dufferin Mall nominated his team for an ASIS Toronto Frontline Security award last October and they won largely based on the statistics Boyle was able to provide documenting the department’s successes. For example, 2009 stats versus peak stats from 2005 show that overall crime at the mall is down 29 per cent, theft of autos is down 81 per cent, theft from automobiles is down 71 per cent and all forms of violence is down 47 per cent. The total crimes against customers is down 37 per cent since 2005.

And the team’s hard work has also been recognized by law enforcement. It has won six Community Member Awards from the Toronto Police Services Board — two for observations that eventually led to the laying of first degree murder charges, and four for its response to an on site fatality (evidence preservation).

To read the complete article please visit Canadian Security Magazine.

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ASIS Toronto – Employment Opportunity and College Placement Area

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

The new employment area actually encompasses two unique areas. One area is for Employers or those offering security industry profession careers is the Registration area. http://asistoronto.org/employers.php Here an employer fills out the required information and this in turn grants the individual the ability to post an employment opportunity. If you can cut, paste and type with word processors you can fill in the information. Once submitted; the employment opportunity is not live right away. A message is sent to the Webmaster for the ASIS Toronto Chapter and after review the post is approved. Upon approval, normally within 24 hrs,  the posting is then live on the website.

Employers can now directly submit employment opportunities. There are no limits to how many employment opportunities are available. The registered employer manages their own opportunities by both being able to add new opportunities as well as remove ones that have been filled.

With the website targeting a very specific community; providing an area for Employers to submit employment opportunities brings both awareness of ASIS International and the ASIS Toronto Chapter to those in the industry seeking employment but also Employers who may have heard of ASIS International and are exploring their options on an association to join or commit to.

Similar in function to the Employment Opportunities area is the College Placement area. College Co-ordinators register and then submit college placement opportunities for their students in the Law and Security fields. The placement opportunties are then reviewed by potential employers willing to accept college student placements in their firm.  

To register and submit employment opportunities and college placements is free.

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ASIS Toronto – Security Practitioner Awards Program 2010

Sunday, January 10th, 2010

ASIS Toronto’s Security Practitioner Award recognizes the efforts and outstanding results from our partners in the security community.  One award in each category of: Investigations, Front Line Security, Security Technology and Women in Security , will be awarded to (4) recipients chosen from the Contract Security, Private Investigations, Corporate Security, Retail Loss Prevention, Tourism and Hospitality, Health Care, Government, Transportation or IT security sectors. 

Submissions will be received by the Program Committee, Security Practitioner Award Representative, and presented to the Program Committee, once they have been edited removing the nominee’s name, organization and any other details that may identify the nomine or their employer.  Once a short list of nominees has been decided on by the Program Committee, the Program Committee will present the short list to the chapter Executive for winner selection.

 Award Categories 

Investigations

The award recipient will have demonstrated exceptional investigative ability in solving an occurrence. 

Front Line Security

The award recipient, who regularly wears a security uniform, including suits or other attire in accordance with the employer’s requirements, will have demonstrated exceptional service and results in their role as a front line security practitioner.  

Security Technology

The award recipient will have displayed ultimate competence in the selection, specification, project management, or installation of a security technology.

 Women in Security

The female award recipient will have demonstrated strong leadership qualities and promoted the membership of women in the security industry.

Awards will be presented during the September Security & Law Enforcement Appreciation Awards event.  At that time the recipient’s manager will be asked to give a brief synopsis of the recipient’s actions that lead to their nomination, and ultimately their selections as the award recipient. 

Costs:  Dinner costs for all award recipients are included.  Beverage costs are not included.

Submission deadline is the last business day of July 2010.

Download the Security Practitioner Awards Submission Form

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ASIS Toronto Chapter – Chapter Chair Address 2010

Saturday, January 9th, 2010

With the close of 2009 we wanted to review our accomplishments as a chapter and announce our 2010 calendar. In total we had 1050 people attend our 2009 events, where we see no reason for slowing down and will continue to grow our programs value and attendance for 2010.
 
As a result of November’s elections our 2010 executive is as follows.
Chairperson: Patrick Ogilvie, CPP, PSP

Vice chair: Chris Carter

Treasurer: Carol Lovell

Secretary: Jim Bradley, CPP, PCI

 
After two great years working side by side with Jason Caissie, CPP, PSP, Jason is stepping into the ASIS International Ontario ARVP role.  This will further strengthen and advance the relationship and ties between the Ottawa and South West Chapters.

We have some openings as it pertains to committee positions, please review the Chapter’s organizational chart and indicate your interest with a position to executive@asistoronto.org . 

2009 saw us to continue to grow our infrastructure, where the generous contributions from our plaque sponsors, allowed us to purchase CPP, PSP, and PCI study materials, continue to invest in the website, purchase a high definition projector, plus more.

We’d like to thank our Vision Plaque Sponsors:  Bay Area Investigations, CANASA, Centre for Security Management & Training, Intelligarde, G4S, King-Reed & Associates Inc., Mul-T-Lock Canada, NCI, O.B.N. Primary Response, Profile Group of Companies, Reilly Security, Security Locksmith & Design, TSM, Veridin Systems.
 
Our tentative 2010 calendar is as follows:
 January 20th – Workplace Violence Legislation – currently ***SOLD OUT***

January 27th – CPP Study Group Information Session and Registration

February 10th – CPP Study Group commences

February 19th- Sheridan College Student Event

March – Webinar Event

April 15th – Best Practices Seminar

May 19th – Proposed Joint ASIS, CANASA, CSA, CSIS, TAPPS Event

June – Joint CSM Event (Week of 21st)

July – No EVENT

August – Golf Tournament

September 23rd- LE & SP Awards

October – ASIS International Conference, Dallas, 12th to 15th & CANASA SCC 21st & 22nd

October -  CPP, PSP and PCI study groups commence

November 18th – Security Summit (Ryerson – Parking Lot Security)

December 16th – Holiday Gathering (Miller Tavern)

 
We are always looking for engaging speakers and members venues to host our events.  If you are interested in speaking at an event please submit our speaker form and if you would like to host an ASIS Toronto event where your location can fit at least 50 people please have your sales department contact us executive@asistoronto.org.
 
We will also be coordinating a few more social events, where we are planning a softball tournament, some shinny hockey and a volleyball tournament. 
 
In closing, our CPP Study Group will be commencing February 10th, 2010. Information on attending and Registering for the mandatory information session is available on our website here.  
 
Stay tuned to our website  for more details.
 
Best regards,
 
Patrick Ogilvie, CPP, PSP
Senior Consultant
King-Reed & Associates Inc.
&
ASIS Toronto Chapter Chairperson

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ASIS Toronto Chapter-CPP Study Group Information Session and Registration

Saturday, January 9th, 2010

The 2010 CPP Study Group Program is scheduled to commence on Wednesday February 10, 2010 at 7:00pm. Sessions will be held each Wednesday for 10 consecutive weeks and will be three hours in length.

There will be a mandatory registration and information session held on January 27th, 2010 to register participants, explain the format and participant expectations and qualify all interested parties.

The program is being hosted at the offices of:

Total Security Management Services Inc.,
1200 Eglington Avenue East, Suite #600
Toronto, ON.
Note: Free parking is available.
During these sessions, students will review the following domain topics:
• Security Principles and Practices
• Business Principles and Practices
• Personnel Security
• Physical Security
• Information Security
• Crisis Management
• Investigations
• Legal Aspects
Students will each be assigned a domain topic to complete an in class presentation using approved reference materials.

There is a small fee of $150 for each participant in the program. This fee covers the cost of the study materials (binder of information and sample questions) and any other incidental costs associated with running the program.

The program is open to all qualified ASIS Int’l Toronto Chapter members in good standing, or those persons who wish to become a member.
Please register today as spaces are limited. To register please contact:

Scott Fraser, CPP
Email: sfraser@cds.ca

You must both email Scott Fraser CPP and attend the “Information Session” on January 27th, 2010 at the TSM offices to register.

For more information, CPP Education Representives contact info please download the document below.

CPP Study Group 2010 Information

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