MISA Canada Digital Newsletter - December 2024
December 2, 2024
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MISA Canada Digital Newsletter - December 2024
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 Digital brief of highlights, upcoming events, partner spotlight & more!
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Dans le cadre de notre engagement continu à bonifier nos services à nos membres, le RMTI (Réseau municipal en technologies de l’information) a récemment mis en place un comité de pratiques dédié au partage des bonnes pratiques en matière de sécurité. Cette initiative est née à la suite d‘un sondage mené auprès de nos villes membres, visant à identifier comment les villes peuvent davantage collaborer sur des enjeux communs.
Le sondage a révélé que la sécurité était une préoccupation majeure pour la majorité de nos membres, surtout dans un contexte où la plupart des villes moyennes disposent de moyens modestes en matière de cybersécurité. En réponse à ces résultats, nous avons décidé de créer une communauté de pratique qui permettrait aux membres de partager leurs expériences, leurs défis et leurs solutions en matière de sécurité. Le comité de pratiques a été conçu pour être un espace collaboratif où les membres peuvent échanger des idées, discuter des meilleures pratiques et développer des stratégies communes pour améliorer la sécurité dans leurs villes respectives.
Pour animer cette communauté, le RMTI s’est associé à l’Université de Sherbrooke afin de bénéficier de leur expertise en cybersécurité et de produire des livrables tangibles et utiles pour nos membres.
La première étape de cette démarche a été de constituer un groupe de travail composé de représentants de différentes villes membres. Ce groupe de travail va ensuite élaborer un plan d'action détaillé, comprenant des réunions régulières, des ateliers et des sessions de partage d'expériences.
L'un des principaux objectifs du comité de pratiques est de créer une base de connaissances commune où les membres peuvent accéder à des ressources, des études de cas et des outils pratiques pour améliorer la sécurité dans leurs villes. En outre, le comité travaille également à l'élaboration de recommandations et de lignes directrices qui peuvent être adoptées par toutes les villes membres pour renforcer leur sécurité.
En conclusion, la mise en place de ce comité de pratiques est une étape cruciale pour renforcer la sécurité dans nos villes de tailles moyennes. Grâce à cette initiative, nous espérons non seulement améliorer la sécurité, mais aussi favoriser une culture de collaboration et de partage des connaissances entre nos membres.
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As part of our ongoing commitment to enhance our services to our members, the RMTI (Réseau municipal en technologies de l’information, Municipal Network in Information Technologies) has recently established a practices committee dedicated to sharing best practices in security. This initiative was born following a survey conducted among our member cities, aiming to identify how cities can collaborate more on common issues.
The survey revealed that security was a major concern for the majority of our members, especially in a context where most medium-sized cities have modest means in terms of cybersecurity. In response to these results, we decided to create a community of practice that would allow members to share their experiences, challenges, and solutions in terms of security. The practices committee was designed to be a collaborative space where members can exchange ideas, discuss best practices, and develop common strategies to improve security in their respective cities.
To animate this community, the RMTI partnered with the University of Sherbrooke to benefit from their expertise in cybersecurity and to produce tangible and useful deliverables for our members.
The first step in this process was to form a working group composed of representatives from different member cities. This working group will then develop a detailed action plan, including regular meetings, workshops, and experience-sharing sessions.
One of the main objectives of the practices committee is to create a common knowledge base where members can access resources, case studies, and practical tools to improve security in their cities. Additionally, the committee is also working on developing recommendations and guidelines that can be adopted by all member cities to strengthen their security.
In conclusion, the establishment of this practices committee is a crucial step in strengthening security in our medium-sized cities. Through this initiative, we hope not only to improve security but also to foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing among our members.
Marc-André Goyette
President, RMTI
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Artificial intelligence is transforming how local governments deliver services, manage operations, and engage with residents. But critical questions remain:
- Are local governments equipped to adopt AI responsibly?
- Can AI meet the unique challenges of public service?
Join us on December 12, 2024, for a thought-provoking event featuring Jonathan Feldman, CIO of Wake County, NC, and Amelia Powers-Gardner, Commissioner of Utah County, UT.
What you'll learn:
- Practical applications of AI for resident services and internal efficiency.
- How to balance innovation with sustainability and transparency.
- Ways to harness AI to redistribute workloads—not eliminate jobs.
Save your seat now and join the conversation.
Let’s uncover how AI can empower governments to better serve their communities!
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Upcoming Webinar & Event Dates
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For the most up to date event schedule, check the MISA Events calendar often.
MISA Canada National Partner Program
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The annual meeting with the Board of Directors and the 2024 NPP members will be held on December 4th at 11:30 ET. The agenda will include a review of the 2025 Program, 2025 Chapter Event updates, feedback on the 2024 Program, Q&A. If you are interested in attending this meeting, and haven't received your invitation, please contact exec.dir@misa.ca.
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News, Articles & Resources
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MISA BC: REASON TO CELEBRATE or LEGACY IN THE MAKING or 30 YEARS OF INNOVATION and COLLABORATION
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In a world that often includes built-in obsolescence and single-use items, it’s good
to know that some things stand the test of time. Enter MISA BC, which in April of this year, celebrated its 30th
anniversary.
Back in 1994, a group of 19 forward-thinking IT leaders from 18 local governments came together in Nanaimo,
BC to create something truly groundbreaking. With a shared vision of collaboration, innovation, and community connection,
the foundation for MISA BC was laid.
In an industry moving at the speed of light, a great deal has changed since 1994. The internet was still
in its infancy, back then, mobile devices didn’t exist, tools like digital cameras and video conferencing were
just emerging and Windows 95 hadn’t even launched yet. At that time, many local governments were still operating
on ageing mini-computers, struggling to find modern solutions that could meet the needs of their communities and
solutions were often forged over long phone calls, and later small gatherings, sharing advice and brainstorming
solutions.
By April, the timing felt right to organize formally and inspired by MISA Ontario, which had been founded
in 1968, BC’s IT leaders saw value in creating a dedicated provincial association with a focus on sharing knowledge
and collaborating on initiatives. With guidance from Steve Thompson, the then president of MISA Ontario, MISA BC
was established and just one year later, their first official conference took place in Victoria with the largest
contingent yet, 500 attendees, being hosted in Whistler this past September.
From the earliest days, MISA BC focused on strengthening relationships between local governments and private
sector vendors—a partnership that continues to thrive. Over the years, the chapter has played a pivotal role in
supporting initiatives such as MISA Prairies and MISA Atlantic chapters, MISA-ASIM Canada, CIVICINFO, and the ICI
Society. Through conferences and partnerships, they have also seen collaboration among federal, provincial, and
local governments, fostering connections that reach
across borders to organizations like GMIS in the U.S.
and engaging with Canadian sister organizations like LGMA, GFOA, and UBCM.
Built on the commitment and passion of its members, partners, and leaders, the association continues to
flourish, with plenty of memorable moments along the way. From legendary MISA band jam sessions and annual golf
tournaments to hosting yearly conferences in various cities and providing online educational webinars, the friendships
forged and professional connections made have meant lifelong memories.
Today, more than three decades later, MISA BC is championed by an 18-member Board of Directors and boasts
175 members who continue the good work initiated by that mighty 19 in 1994. Congratulations MISA BC and here’s
to 30 more years of connection, innovation, and collaboration.
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FOUNDING MEMBERS OF MISA-BC in NANAIMO APRIL 10th, 1994
Left to Right
1. Maarten Veerman, City of Richmond
2. Paul Mignault, District of Saanich
3. Steve Thompson, MISA Ontario
4. Mike Moody, Port Coquitlam
5. Doug Rasmussen, City of Kelowna
6. ?
7. Mickey Itaska, City of Prince Rupert
8. Tom McIntosh, City of Maple Ridge
9. Vic Morcom, City of Abbotsford
10. Kathy Yung, City of New Westminster
11. Darlene Hope-Ross, City of Delta
12. Bob Regier, Township of Langley
13. Sherry Forbes, City of Kamloops
14. Gary Scott, Surrey ( or Rob Farmer?)
15. Robin Wishart, Mission
16. David Nelson, District North Vancouver
17. Cindy Turner, City of North Vancouver
18. Rob Carnegie, District of Chilliwack
19. Per Kristensen, City of Nanaimo
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MISA Canada's National Partner
Program (NPP) 2025
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If you are a MISA partner that has a membership in multiple MISA Chapters, then the MISA
Canada National Partner Program may be just
the Program for you! Check out our webpage or email exec.dir@misa.ca for more information. Invoices for the 2025 calendar year will be issued in early December.
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MISA/ASIM Canada
PO Box 29082 Hespeler Post Office,
Cambridge, ON N3C 0E6
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