Schedule
* All times are based on Canada/Eastern EDT.
Friday, November 7 - 8:15 AM
Canada/Eastern 8:15 AM - 8:50 AM EST
Reception Hall
Registration Desk Opens
Our team will be ready to assist with your registration, provide conference materials, and answer any queries.
9:00 AM
Canada/Eastern 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM EST
Main room
Opening remarks
A distinguished member of the research community will set the tone with a brief overview of the conference's themes, objectives, and a warm welcome to all participants.
9:15 AM
Canada/Eastern 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM EST
Main room
Opening Keynote: Michael Kovrig
Keynote Address by Michael Kovrig
10:15 AM
Canada/Eastern 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM EST
Buffet room
Networking break
Take a breather and mingle with peers during our coffee break. It's the perfect opportunity to discuss the morning's insights, refresh, and energize yourself for the upcoming sessions.
10:30 AM
Canada/Eastern 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM EST
Room A
Panel 1: Economic Security
Canadians are increasingly paying attention to economic security threats and international trade relationships as external shocks threaten to impact our prosperity and competitiveness. In this panel, we will discuss what "economic security" means as well as the primary challenges to being secure. Issues discussed in this panel will include: Is there any reason to distinguish between "economic security" and "national security" in today's discourse? How do Canada and like-minded countries build resiliency and mitigate short-term disruptions to its economic security? What role does intelligence and information sharing play in maintaining economic security, for example, in mitigating risks related to foreign investment? What are some risks "on the horizon" we should be thinking of? How do we remain innovative and competitive on the global stage in an era of increasing uncertainty? Participants: Goldy Hyder Tricia Geddes Wendy Wagner Moderator: Akshay Singh, CASIS Economic Security
11:30 AM
Canada/Eastern 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Room B
Lunch
Intelligence Collaboration in Canada
12:30 PM
Canada/Eastern 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM EST
Buffet room
CASIS Essay Competition Winners
Join us as we hear from the winners of this year's CASIS student essay competition!
1:00 PM
Canada/Eastern 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Main room
Panel 2: Crime and National Security
In an era of geopolitical fragmentation, the lines between organized crime and national security are increasingly blurred. This panel will examine how states exploit criminal networks to advance their strategic objectives—whether through targeted assassinations, transnational repression of diaspora communities, or covert influence campaigns. At the same time, powerful criminal organizations have evolved beyond traditional illicit enterprises, amassing economic and political influence that threatens state sovereignty and stability. From cartel violence undermining governance to cybercriminal syndicates disrupting global financial systems, these entities are no longer just a law enforcement problem—they are a national security threat. This discussion will explore the evolving nexus of crime and statecraft, the implications for Canada, and how policymakers must adapt to this complex threat landscape. Participants: Jeremy Whitman Caroline Rose Dr. Karen Nershi Moderator: Jessica Davis, CASIS
2:00 PM
Canada/Eastern 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM EST
Main room
Networking Break
Networking break
2:15 PM
Canada/Eastern 2:15 PM - 2:25 PM EST
Main room
CASIS Research Project
We'll discuss the findings of our CASIS research project, in honor of CASIS' 40 year anniversary.
2:25 PM
Canada/Eastern 2:25 PM - 3:25 PM EST
Ball room
Panel 3: Lone Actors vs Collective Actors
This panel features perspectives from a sociological, psychiatric and legal lens about what makes, drives, and maintains extremist actors ranging from those who act alone, in concert with others, and/or in the name of a terrorist organization. Panelists will discuss the latest trends about the prevalence of lone versus collective actors on the spectrum of extremism in Canada and across the world. Discussions about grievances, as understood from a psychiatric and sociological perspective, will inform questions around “why” people radicalize, what drives radicalization to violence, how we measure the risk of radicalization using actuarial tools, and how early interventions can make a difference.” Participants: Dr. Hy Bloom (Forensic Psychiatrist - formerly assessed members of Toronto-18/member of ORB - focus to be on grievances) Dr. Michael Nesbitt (University of Calgary; on empirical data and trends re lone v. collective actors) Reem Zaia (Gowling WLG Canada LLP and Part-Time Law Professor at the University of Ottawa teaching “Extremism in Canada”. Elena Martynova Moderator: TBD, CASIS
3:25 PM
Canada/Eastern 3:25 PM - 4:25 PM EST
Panel 4: Intelligence Relationships
The new world disorder is causing nations to re-examine relationships and alliances that have historically contributed to international stability. This panel will consider how Canada’s intelligence relationships been affected by this disorder and how they might be impacted in the future. Can existing partnerships be relied upon to continue to provide the quality and quantity of information required by Canada? Is there a need to consider the establishment of new intelligence relationships? To whom should Canada turn to fill the void created by the possibility of a withdraw from long established relationships? As Canada seeks new business relationships, do they present opportunities for new intelligence partnerships? What are the risks and opportunities for Canada? Participants: Kent Roach Stephanie Carvin CSIS Moderator: Robert Gordon, CASIS
4:25 PM
Canada/Eastern 4:25 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Closing Remarks
Closing remarks by Jessica Davis - CASIS President
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