Report

[2024]

Highlights
of the year

In 2024, Cybereco reached a new milestone in its evolution, consolidating its role as a catalyst for cybersecurity in Quebec and Canada. The year was marked by the structuring of new communities of practice, the deployment of targeted initiatives for SMEs and the next generation, the publication of reference content, and increased visibility on the national and international scenes. Through promising projects, strategic partnerships and the growing mobilization of its members, Cybereco confirmed its ability to transform complex issues into concrete, shared levers of action for the entire ecosystem.

Building tomorrow's cybersecurity together - Annual report 2024

Cybereco’s 2024 Annual Report provides a strategic overview of the year’s efforts to strengthen cybersecurity in Quebec and Canada. It highlights key achievements, the collective impact of our network and the concrete advances made through collaboration between our members. Through this report, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation, knowledge mobilization and the digital resilience of organizations.

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Carrefour : A catalyst for innovation and collaboration

In 2024, Carrefour Cybereco consolidated its place as a key platform for supporting innovation in cybersecurity. The space was completely refurbished to offer an optimized experience for startups and young technology companies. Over 160 hours of personalized support were provided to guide entrepreneurs in their development. A total of 35 startups were supported this year through the Carrefour’s activities, reinforcing the ecosystem’s capacity to innovate, commercialize and create sustainable value.

Cyberconference: a strategic meeting place for the ecosystem

The 4th edition of the Cybereco Cyberconference, held in 2024, brought together over 700 participants from 150 organizations to discuss today’s major cybersecurity issues. The event offered a rich program, including conferences on generative AI, insider threats, cybersecurity for SMEs and post-quantum technologies. The presence of renowned speakers helped to raise the profile of the event. Complementing the panels and workshops, the Cyberconference fostered strategic exchanges between experts, decision-makers and researchers, confirming its role as a crossroads of reflection and influence in the Canadian ecosystem.

Shaping the future
in governance

Discover our ecosystem

Today, Cybereco brings together a strategic network of nearly 100 organizations from key sectors of the Canadian economy, including natural resources, energy, manufacturing, finance, education and technology. By uniting major contractors, public institutions, innovative startups and academic players, we have built a genuine co-development space that propels cybersecurity as a lever for collective performance and resilience.

Our achievements

In 2024, Cybereco implemented structuring initiatives that strengthened the security posture of hundreds of organizations. From the redesign of the Innovation Hub to the publication of practical guides and the launch of new communities of practice, we have transformed complex needs into concrete, shared solutions.

Our impact

With over 120,000 people reached, 3,200 professionals mobilized at our events, and 7,000 downloads of our publications, Cybereco has established itself as an impact driver in the Canadian cybersecurity ecosystem. Our collaborative model has enabled SMEs, large corporations and public institutions to take key steps towards greater digital maturity.

Our influence

Cybereco has established itself as a key voice for cybersecurity in Quebec and Canada. Thanks to an active presence in the major media, an effective LinkedIn strategy, and high-profile appearances at events such as Black Hat USA, we’ve taken Quebec expertise to the national and international stage.

Our outlook for the future

In 2025, Cybereco will pursue its mission by co-developing concrete solutions, mobilizing knowledge and strengthening the resilience of Canadian organizations in the face of digital threats. By building lasting bridges between industry, research and public decision-makers, we will accelerate innovation while fostering the sharing of expertise within our communities. Our collaborative approach will equip organizations in all sectors with the levers they need to anticipate risk, adapt and grow in an ever-changing digital environment.