We’re excited to invite you to the third annual Toronto-based, in-person conference – a one-day event designed exclusively for members who are passionate about Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Operational Resilience.

Join us for a day of knowledge-sharing, expert insights, and interactive discussions with professionals across sectors. You’ll hear from five leading speakers, followed by a dynamic panel discussion that brings together diverse perspectives on real-world strategies, methodologies, and best practices.

· Explore the latest in BCM standards and frameworks

· Learn how organizations integrate crisis management and resilience

· Discover the people side of recovery and the role of individual resilience

· Network with peers from finance, government, academia, and beyond

Confirmed topics and speakers:

• Operational Risk Programs and OSFI’s Guideline E-21 - Elspeth Bowler, Managing Director, OSFI

• Executive Leadership Engagement for Operational Resilience - Senad Cehajic, Director, OMERS

• Business Continuity Planning in Policing - Scott Hayes, Retired RCMP

• Internal Programs in Banking - Alethia O’Hara, Director, RBC

• Business Architecture: Designing Resilient Organizations - Kenton Friesen, Director, Great West Lifeco

• Business Continuity Perspective on Tariffs in the Context of Political Risks - Dr. Jack Rozdilsky, Professor, York University

This event will be free for all BCI members. BCI is also pleased to offer a 50% discount for students. The standard registration fee is CA$50 per person. Complimentary breakfast and lunch provided.

Partnered with:

BCI Canada Chapter Summit 2025