The Retail and Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) and the Retail Council of Canada (RCC) have agreed to a partnership aimed at improving cybersecurity resilience in Canada’s retail sector.
In a statement, RH-ISAC said the initiative combines its global cyber threat intelligence capabilities with RCC’s knowledge of the Canadian retail environment.
The organizations intend to help retailers strengthen their ability to identify and respond to growing cyber threats, including fraud and ransomware.
Under the agreement, RCC members will have access to RH-ISAC’s cybersecurity resources, tools and intelligence-sharing network.
RCC President and CEO Kim Furlong said: “This partnership with RH-ISAC will equip our members with the knowledge and support to protect their businesses, their employees and their customers in today’s unpredictable threat landscape.”
The collaboration will also include regional workshops focused on training and interaction with cybersecurity specialists.
These sessions are planned to be held in Vancouver and Toronto this year.
RH-ISAC President Suzie Squier said: “Cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue; it is a business imperative. By partnering with the Retail Council of Canada, we aim to increase resilience and strengthen cybersecurity among Canadian retailers.”
Members will also receive access to RH-ISAC’s threat intelligence services, which provide real-time alerts on vulnerabilities, active breaches and broader trends affecting the retail industry.
Additionally, RCC members will be offered a free trial membership with RH-ISAC, allowing them to explore the organization’s cybersecurity defense framework.
The partnership aims to support Canadian retailers with shared intelligence, tools and industry cooperation as they address evolving digital security risks.
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