Safeguarding Science: Raising Awareness of Security Risks and Mitigation Tools in the Research Ecosystem | Public Safety Canada – May 22, 2026

Session Description

This module raises awareness within Canada’s scientific and academic communities about research security-related issues. It explains the potential for misuse of sensitive research, technology, and materials, along with possible risk indicators and mitigation tools to protect Canadian research assets. As a result of the ever-changing research and national security environment, this module is updated annually to ensure the inclusion of up-to-date and relevant information.

This module is offered virtually and in-person. It is recommended as an introduction to the topic of research security. Virtual French sessions of Module 1 are offered and registration can be accessed from the French Safeguarding Science page. Additional modules offering a deeper dive into research security-related topics are also available and detailed below.

Module 1 – Learning Objectives

• Learn guidance and tools to strengthen the security posture at research institutions
• Consider the ways in which research security intersects with research activities
• Understand best practices to identify and mitigate threats to research security
• Pursue and maintain safe research partnerships
• Maintain institutional reputation as a safe research organization
• Consider dual-use implications of research
• Protect valuable research, data, or potentially patentable property