Cybersecurity
BSides Edmonton 2026
BSides Edmonton is recognized as a premier annual cyber security conference, drawing a diverse audience of professionals, enthusiasts, and experts from the Edmonton region and beyond. The event provides a vibrant platform for exploring the latest advancements in cyber security, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge and expertise are exchanged.
Each year, the conference expands in both scope and influence, reflecting the dynamic needs of the cyber security community and offering valuable opportunities for learning and professional growth.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 24 September 2026 to 25 September 2026
- Organiser
- BSides Edmonton Information Security Foundation
- Industry
- Cybersecurity
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Community-Driven Collaboration and Innovation
- Interactive Sessions and Networking Opportunities
On stage
Speakers
- Rachel HaywardExecutive Director of CyberAlberta Cybersecurity Division Ministry of Technology and Innovation
- Adam McMathShiny Spice
- Akshansh JaiswalATLAN - Senior Security Engineer
- Alex SyvitskiSenior Security Analyst
- Amanda LockhartFounder & CEO, Canada Security Collective
- Cherry ManglaAssistant professor, Concordia University of Edmonton
- Chloe KimStudent, University of Alberta
- Christian RamirezChristian Ramirez | Head of Offensive Security & Founder, RBT Security
- Damien Miller-McAndrewsSaaS Threat Researcher, Obsidian Security
- Daniel de CastroMariner Innovations - Manager, Offensive Security
- Daniela UzosikeCyber Analyst Student - Edmonton International Airport (YEG) / Graduate Student - Concordia University
- Derran GuinanField CTO, Americas, Veeam Software
- Emma ByrneCDW Canada, Account Representative
- Faron SmordinManager, SecDevOps, NorQuest College
- Fatima NezhadianIncident Engineer
- Iain GillisSenior Open Data Analyst, the City of Edmonton
- Jason MaynardField CTO Cybersecurity Cisco Canada
- Julian BPenetration Tester, Software Secured
- Kelty MacEachernConsultant and Board Advisor, Future CISO
- Kimberly OsmondSecurity Specialist, Splunk
- Korenza PattersonVP of Security Advisory & Business Development, RBT Security | Helping executives understand what the
- Lisa ZE-STAC Cyber Security Program Team Lead
- Logan FetterlySecurity Architect, Government of Alberta
- Michael SpalingNationally Awarded Cybersecurity Expert
On the floor
Sponsors and partners
- Veeam
- Cisco
- siberX
- National Cyber League (NCL) by Cyber Skyline
- Optiv
- Proofpoint
- Arctiq
- Splunk, a Cisco Company
- Palo Alto Networks
- Radware
- MNP Digital Inc
- Commvault
- AFH Productions Co
- Tantus
- Arctic Wolf Networks Inc
- Hack Defender
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
DoubleTree
9576 Jasper Avenue NW
Inn & Suites
10133 97 Street NW
The Westin Edmonton
10135 100 Street NW, Edmonton
Courtyard Marriott Edmonton
1 Thornton Court NW, Edmonton
Fairmont Hotel MacDonald ★★★★
10065 100 Street NW, Edmonton
Union Bank Inn
JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District & Residences
10360 102 Street NW, Edmonton
Delta Edmonton Centre Suite Hotel
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