CSPS Digital Academy Events
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Events
The Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) Digital Academy offers a series of learning events as part of its mandate to help public servants gain the knowledge, skills and mindsets they need in the digital era. A list of upcoming events is available on the CSPS Events page.
Event Recordings
Event recordings are accessible by public servants through the VPN and can be found on our GCPedia page.
Upcoming Events
The list below includes information on upcoming virtual events offered by the Digital Academy.
Title | Description | Date | Details |
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Tackling Data Bias in Artificial Intelligence | Artificial intelligence (AI) plays an important role in our everyday lives. To use it properly, we must understand the data, which forms the foundation of any AI algorithm.
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September 1, 2021 | Event Page |
Annual Cybersecurity Event | More details to come! | October 6 & 7, 2021 | |
Annual Digital Open Government Forum | More details to come! | November 25, 2021 | |
Accessibility in the Digital Age - Part 2 | More details to come! | December 2021 |
Past Events
The list below includes information on the most popular past virtual events offered by the Digital Academy since June 2020.
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How to use Accelerators to Drive Innovation in the Public Service | The accelerator community, though dispersed, is growing and driving innovation worldwide. While their meaning, impact and value have yet to be fully realized, accelerators are a valuable asset.
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August 17, 2021 - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Moving Quantum Computing from Theory to Practice | Quantum computing is a disruptive technology that has the potential to revolutionize government, security, and the workings of society. It is estimated that the global market for quantum computing hardware will exceed $7.1 billion by 2026.
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June 16, 2021 - 10:30 am to 4:15 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Embracing Digital Disruption |
We are living in a society, fueled by a digital economy, supported by disruptive technologies, and where people are digitally connected more than ever. Yet, many of you may be wondering what digital disruption means, how it impacts you, and how it affects delivery of our services to citizens.
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May 27, 2021 - 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Policy Considerations Shaping Digital Transformation |
There is a high degree of consensus that digital transformation is key to meeting the rising expectations of citizens and clients. Success, however, will require significant structural and cultural reforms within the public service.
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April 12, 2021 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Succeeding in a Digital World |
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, technology and digital were a part of almost every aspect of our professional and personal lives. In the public service, every program, problem, and potential solution involved some form of technology. In 2021, the writing is on the screen: digital is here to stay.
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March 16, 2021 - 12:15 pm to 3:30 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Understanding Quantum Computing and What It Means for the Public Service |
Quantum computers have the potential to revolutionize computing, calculating in minutes what a supercomputer would take more than 10,000 years to do.
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February 5, 2021 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (ET) | Event Page |
Removing Bias and Building Trust in Your Data (Rebroadcast) |
Let's continue the discussion! Join us for a rebroadcast and follow-up discussion on Removing Bias and Building Trust in Your Data. If you missed the September 2, 2020 event or if you participated in the initial event and have more questions, this is your opportunity to engage with the speakers and other participants.
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January 15, 2021 - 12:15 pm to 2:15 pm (ET) | Speaker Biographies |
Let's Talk Accessibility First in the Digital Age |
Join top national and international experts to better understand what accessibility means in the digital age and how you can integrate an accessibility first mindset into your work. Learn why this is not a technological issue, but rather a policy, social, economic, legal, cultural and human rights issue that all public servants need to understand. | December 7, 2020 | Event Program |
Annual Digital Open Government Forum Harnessing the Power of AI |
Gain practical insights from national and international policy and data experts, regulators, researchers and many others who will showcase real-life AI projects being developed across government departments and agencies. Our experts will demystify AI and help you better understand its impacts and limitations, values and ethics, and rules and regulations so you can benefit from its potential. | November 24, 2020 | Event Program |
Understanding the Human Side of Cybersecurity |
Top experts empower you to better navigate the cybersecurity environment. Through panel discussions, keynote addresses and breakout sessions, learn what cybersecurity risk behaviours look like and how to protect yourself, your organization and your family from cyber threats. | October 8-9, 2020 | Event Program |
Removing Bias and Building Trust in Your Data |
A thought-provoking discussion where top national and international experts help you better understand data in the context of government decision-making. Learn to identify data biases; how to ask questions about your data; the role of the public service in building data literacy in this digital age; and other relevant topics. | September 2, 2020 | Event Page |
Fast Tracking Digital |
How does the public service prepare its employees and leaders to work in this digital reality, today and in the future? Senior leaders and experts share their insights with you. Learn about the various skills, competencies, tools and mindsets you need to thrive in a digital environment. | June 22, 2020 | Event Page |