Security Canada Central
Toronto Congress Centre
Toronto, ON
October 21-22, 2026
Education Sessions
Be sure to check back on August 24, 2026, for the latest updates.
NOTE: these sessions are free and are included in your registration.
Take advantage of manufacturers who will be on-site to provide in-depth reviews of their products. These sessions are free and are included in your registration.
The Mobile Access Opportunity: What Security Integrators Need to Know
11:00 a.m. - Pinsent 1
Mobile credentials are changing more than how people open doors — they are reshaping client expectations, technology ecosystems, and the role of the integrator. Learn how to navigate multi-wallet and multi-provider environments, guide customers through migration decisions, build a compelling business case, and deliver long-term value beyond the initial deployment
Presenter:
Troy Johnston
Vice President, Credential Technology
Grow Your RMR with Smarter Video Remote Guarding
11:00 a.m. - Pinsent 2
Discover how Video Remote Guarding can help security dealers grow recurring revenue while delivering smarter, more proactive protection. Join Becklar Video Remote Guarding and Armstrongs to learn how AI, live monitoring, and verified alerts reduce false alarms, lower costs, and create scalable, high-value security solutions that customers want.
Presenter:
To be announced
Understanding Video Monitoring Methodologies in the 21st Century
11:00 a.m. - Pinsent 3
Explore how rapidly evolving technologies are reshaping video monitoring in the 21st century. This session examines modern methodologies, the impact of AI and cloud computing, and why control centers must continually adapt — redefining operational practices, analytics workflows, and staffing models to maintain effective, future-ready security operations.
Presenter:
Tim Thomas
Chief Innovation Officer
To be announced
11:00 a.m. - Pinsent 4
Presenters:
Korey Hess
Regional Sales Manager, Axis Communications
Ali Ghalib
Field Sales Engineer, Axis Communications
To be announced
11:00 a.m. - Berton 2
Presenters:
Sam Glacken
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
Mustafa Haq
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
Advanced Locking Solutions: The Sliding Door Challenge
11:00 a.m. - Berton 3
This presentation explores sliding door locking solutions for commercial spaces, highlighting how innovative hardware enhances safety, security, accessibility, and efficient space planning. Attendees will gain practical insights into key product features, code considerations, and real-world applications, providing valuable knowledge for anyone involved in the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of commercial facilities.
Presenter:
Russell Anderson
Director, Sales
Unlock More: Turning Security into Strategic Value
12:30 p.m. - Pinsent 1
Today’s security leaders are expected to do more than protect people and assets, they must improve operations, support compliance, and deliver business value. Join us as we explore 2026 security trends, including the rise of integration, evolving AI and cloud expectations, and why ROI now drives conversations across security, IT, and executive leadership.
Presenters:
Nour Muqatash
Regional Sales Manager
Paul Freer
Regional Sales Manager
Weathering The Cloud: Is VSaaS Right For You?
12:30 p.m. - Pinsent 2
Cloud computing can take many forms, and “Video Surveillance as a Service” (VSaaS) is a cloud-based solution that provides video monitoring, storage, and management as a subscription-based service, offering an alternative to traditional on-premises surveillance systems.
VSaaS offers several notable advantages over conventional systems, including secure off-premises storage, reduced upfront investment, and simple deployment. But is it cost-effective to replace most on-premises solutions?
Learn when a cloud solution is the best choice and how hybrid cloud variations can benefit nearly any video surveillance application.
Presenters:
Paul Chen
Regional Sales Manager
Dyllan Hurd
Regional Sales Manager
Beyond the Pixel: How Vision-Language Models Are Rewriting Video Security
12:30 p.m. - Pinsent 3
Video security is shifting from “record and review” to “see and understand.” This session breaks down Vision-Language Models (VLMs) in plain terms, then dives into the critical architecture decision every integrator faces: edge or cloud deployment. Walk away knowing which approach fits which use case and why.
Presenter:
Don Maxey
Solutions Engineering
Small Access Systems - The Sweet Spot
12:30 p.m. - Pinsent 4
Small access control projects outnumber large ones, offer shorter sales cycles, and deliver higher margins. For over 20 years, Cansec’s SmartLock system has successfully served this market, with more than 30,000 controllers sold. Discover how Webster Concierge builds on that legacy with even greater simplicity.
Presenter:
Fred Dawber
Founder and Chief Simplification Officer – CSO
To be announced
12:30 p.m. - Berton 2
Presenters:
Sam Glacken
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
Mustafa Haq
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
Driving Scalable Recurring Revenue and Proactive Video Services
12:30 p.m. - Berton 3
Explore innovative video security solutions and see the power of our latest VMS release. Find out how this VMS’s Ai-enabled user interface helps ensure your security team does not miss a critical event. Our unified solution with on-premises recording and Cloud-enabled connectivity ensures remote access for easy management.
Presenter:
Kevin Nixon
Regional Sales Manager
Introduction to DoorKing's eVolve Line of Products
2:00 p.m. - Pinsent 1
This seminar will focus on the new eVolve products from DoorKing, including new video entry systems and brushless DC gate operators.
Presenters:
Conrad Henry
Manufacturer’s Representative
Joe LePier
Regional Sales Manager
The Real Cost of AI Video Analytics: Local, Cloud, or Hybrid?
2:00 p.m. - Pinsent 2
As AI video analytics advance, security integrators and end-users must choose between local, cloud, or hybrid solutions. Join our seminar to explore the true costs, limitations, and ROI of each model. We’ll feature examples from Uniview and AI Cloud View, a flexible hybrid platform that upgrades CCTV infrastructure without vendor lock-in.
Presenters:
Michael Teskey
National Sales Manager
Dexter Liu
VP of Operations
Radionix - Catch More. False Alarm Less. Trust Every Sensor
2:00 p.m. - Pinsent 3
What you didn’t know about Radionix (formerly Bosch) intrusion alarm sensors: With unmatched catch performance, industry-leading false alarm immunity, and a manufacturing process built around rigorous quality control, Radionix intrusion alarm sensors are engineered to deliver exceptional dependability and security performance.
Presenter:
David Heath
Key Accounts Manager
Security Without Limits: An Integrators Guide to Fuel Cell-Powered Surveillance
2:00 p.m. - Pinsent 4
Tune-in to discover how leading security integrators are powering surveillance anywhere with clean, reliable off-grid energy. Explore proven strategies for component selection, system integration and rapid deployment, while learning how fuel cell-solar hybrids can maximize uptime, reduce maintenance costs, and eliminate the limitations of traditional power sources.
Presenter:
Jason Miller
Business Development
Industrial & Multi-gig Switch Applications for Low Voltage Security
2:00 p.m. - Berton 2
Make sure your network can handle the environmental and bandwidth demands of robust indoor and outdoor deployments. We’ll explore hardened network switch solutions designed for extreme environments such as factories, warehouses, and edge networking. Learn how these switches support a wide range of networking and surveillance applications, and how to prepare your infrastructure for increasing bandwidth demands beyond the traditional Gigabit network.
Presenter:
Ryan Hedges
Channel Account Manager
To be announced
2:00 p.m. - Berton 3
Presenters:
Sam Glacken
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
Mustafa Haq
Regional Sales Manager, Western Canada
AiphoneCloud
3:30 p.m. - Pinsent 1
AiphoneCloud is a cloud platform built around remote management, allowing you to manage Aiphone intercom systems from anywhere. It’s a new way of working with Aiphone that saves you time and money, while delivering more value to your customers.
- REDUCE SITE VISITS: Eliminate costly truck rolls. Make visits virtual and respond to customer needs from your office.
- SAVE TIME ON SETUP: Configure complex systems in minutes with an intuitive interface that makes setup fast and simple.
- STAY RESPONSIVE: Perform system health checks remotely. Minimize downtime and resolve issues without site visits.
- CUSTOMIZE WITH EASE: Tailor settings to each customer’s unique requirements. Flexible settings adapt to every project.
Presenters:
Karlis Praulins
Area Sales Manager
Stefan Goetz-Parent
Sr. System Sales Specialist
Why Mobile Access and How?
3:30 p.m. - Pinsent 2
The security industry is in the midst of a paradigm shift, as more and more companies are making the decision to move away from plastic access control cards and towards mobile credentials. The question you may be asking is, WHY?!
In this session, industry experts from HID will provide you with the top reasons why companies are choosing to go mobile as well as providing you with an overview of app and wallet based mobile credentials.
Key Takeaways
- Have a full understanding of mobile credential options and their deployment methodologies
- Understand the difference between app and wallet based credentials
- Be able to articulate the fundamental reasons why companies are moving away from plastic cards
Presenter:
Jacquie Mather
Regional Sales Manager
To be announced
3:30 p.m. - Pinsent 3
Presenter:
Sam Gambatese
Account Manager
A New Era: How Behaviour Analytics Is Transforming the Security Industry
3:30 p.m. - Pinsent 4
Conventional surveillance systems are built to record events after they happen—leaving integrators and end-users with loss, damage, and endless footage to review. Behavior analytics and edge AI are shifting the entire security paradigm from passive recording to active, real-time prevention.
Presenter:
Riles Ouali
National Sales Director
Build New Customers via Remote Video Monitoring
3:30 p.m. - Berton 2
Discover how Sirix Remote Video Monitoring helps its integration partners to reduce crime, accelerate response times, and strengthen security with live monitoring and AI-powered technology. Join our session to explore real-world success stories, gain practical insights, and learn how to capitalize on the growing demand for remote video monitoring in this highly profitable market.
Presenter:
Chris Cullen
Business Development Director
Kantech, Exacq, and Illustra: AI and Automation for Real-Time Visibility
3:30 p.m. - Berton 3
This session examines the integration of AI and automation across Kantech, Exacq, and Illustra, highlighting the impact on security operations. Discover how these technologies enable real-time visibility and a more robust security infrastructure.
Presenters:
Jason Guthrie
Area Sales Manager – Kantech, Exacq, Illustra
Martin Villard
Regional Sales Manager – Titan Products Group