Stay Connected with IIM Canada
The IIM Newsletter keeps our Canada chapter members, certified professionals, and partners informed on what matters most in Information, Data, and Records Management. Each issue brings you updates on certification programmes, upcoming events and conferences, industry insights, member achievements, and news from across the IIM Professional Global Network's chapters worldwide.
Stay Connected with IIM
Whether you are a current member, a certification candidate, or simply passionate about advancing information governance practices, our newsletter is designed to keep you current, connected, and informed.
- Topic: How to Protect Yourself Online Workshop
- Author: Dr. Nikki Clarke, FIIM
- Month/Year: July 2026
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Welcome to Summer!
Summer is off to a fantastic start for IIM Canada! As we continue to build a vibrant community of information management professionals across Canada, we are excited to share highlights from our recent activities and a look at what's ahead.
How to Protect Yourself Online Workshop
Thank you to everyone who joined our recent How to Protect Yourself Online workshop. Participants learned practical strategies to strengthen cybersecurity, protect personal information, recognize online scams, and build safer digital habits. In today's digital world, protecting information has never been more important.
Member Spotlight: Rob Gerbrandt, FIIM
We were honoured to feature Rob Gerbrandt, FIIM, IIM Canada Fellow and Board Member, in an engaging interview discussing information management, leadership, professional growth, and the future of the profession.
Watch the interviews:
Part One
Part Two
Information Management Career Tip
Information is one of every organization's most valuable assets. Organizations across government, healthcare, education, finance, technology, and the non-profit sector rely on skilled information management professionals to organize, protect, govern, and manage information throughout its lifecycle.
Whether you are beginning your career or looking to advance, developing expertise in records management, information governance, digital transformation, privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data management can open exciting career opportunities.
Continue learning, seek mentorship, build your professional network, and stay informed about emerging trends to remain competitive in this growing profession.
Become an IIM Canada Member
Membership with IIM Canada connects you to a national and international network of information management professionals committed to excellence.
Membership benefits include:
· Professional networking opportunities
· Educational workshops and webinars
· Industry news and resources
· Leadership and volunteer opportunities
· Professional development
· Collaboration with experienced practitioners
· Access to a growing community of information management professionals
Whether you are a student, new professional, or seasoned leader, there is a place for you within IIM Canada.
Coming Soon
We're excited to announce that preparations are underway for IIM Canada's first Networking Event this August!
More details will be announced soon, so stay connected.
Planning is also underway for Canada's first IIM Canada Virtual Conference, coming Winter 2026. This exciting event will bring together information management professionals, students, educators, and industry leaders from across Canada to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative ideas shaping the future of our profession.
We look forward to welcoming you to these exciting events!
Sincerely,
Dr. Nikki Clarke, FIIM
IIM Canada Coordinator