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Honourable Minister Diane Finley to Keynote GTEC 2014; Will Discuss Key Shared Services Canada Cyber Security Initiatives(Canada Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Canada's Largest Government Technology Event to Officially Kick Off Oct. 28 at the Ottawa Convention Centre OTTAWA, Ontario, Oct. 8, 2014 /CNW/ -- GTEC, Canada's largest government technology event, today announced the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister responsible for Shared Services Canada will take the keynote stage to address the latest from the government's largest IT department. GTEC will present a thought-provoking keynote and conference program around the new challenges and opportunities in government IT, focusing specifically on technology's role in responding to ever-demanding citizen expectations. GTEC runs October 27–30, 2014 at the Ottawa Convention Centre. To register or for more information, visit: www.gtec.ca. Minister Diane Finley's keynote address will take place Wednesday, October 29 at 1:00pm. Ms. Finley was first elected to Parliament in 2004 and re-elected in 2006, 2008 and 2011. In July 2013, Ms. Finley was appointed Minister of Public Works and Government Services. Previously, she was appointed Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, and Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development. Her diverse background gives her a unique perspective around the needs of citizens and the ways technological advancements can bring strengthened safety and security. Through her keynote address, Minister Finley will outline how the government is committed to improving infrastructure and security of Government of Canada information technology. Minister Finley will also provide an update on the key initiatives of Shared Services Canada's Transformation. "Cyber security is a critical topic of conversation right now as international breaches continue to control the headlines," said GTEC Executive Director Michele Lajeunesse. "An institution as big as the Government of Canada is always going to be a target, having Minister Finley address this issue head-on at GTEC will surely be a highlight for all attendees this year." GTEC includes a two-day expo, Canada's largest showcase of technologies and services for advancing the business of ICT in government. The Expo Hall will welcome more than 160 companies on October 28 and 29. GTEC also hosts the coveted Distinction Awards and Gala, which recognizes excellence in public service information technology and information management in Canada. Register for GTEC: www.gtec.ca/registration Apply for a GTEC media pass via Media Registration: www.gtec.ca/press-centre-overview About GTECNow in its 22nd year, GTEC (Government Technology Exhibition and Conference) is a unique platform that attracts both the government and private sector communities for learning and professional development. GTEC is Canada's largest government technology event, attracting more than 6,000 participants, renowned speakers, and exhibitors from across Canada on an annual basis. The event features a Gala Awards Ceremony celebrating IM/IT public sector accomplishments at municipal, provincial, and federal levels, a four day Conference, and a multi-day Exhibition. For more information, visit: www.gtec.ca. About UBM TechUBM Tech is a global media business that brings together the world's technology communities through live events, online properties and custom services. UBM Tech's community-focused approach provides its users and clients with expertly curated research, education, training, community advocacy, user-generated content and peer-to-peer engagement opportunities that serve the Electronics, Security, Enterprise IT and Communications, Network Infrastructure and Applications, Game and App Developers, and Tech Marketing communities. UBM Tech's brands include Black Hat, DesignCon, EE Times, Enterprise Connect, Game Developers Conference (GDC), HDI, InformationWeek, and Interop. Create, a UBM Tech full range marketing services division, includes custom events, content marketing solutions, community development and demand generation programs based on its content and technology market expertise. UBM Tech is a part of UBM (UBM.L), a global provider of media and information services with a market capitalization of more than $2.5 billion. For more information, go to http://tech.ubm.com. Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20141007/150873 SOURCE UBM Tech |