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The 荔枝视频鈥檚  (CATE) marked its second anniversary on Oct. 17, bringing together law enforcement, industry leaders and researchers to celebrate the growing impact of its national cybersecurity-training hub.

Located in U荔枝视频鈥檚 new , the CATE Centre provides a state-of-the-art virtual environment where students, IT professionals, executives and law-enforcement officials can train to defend against real-world cyberattacks. 

The facility offers more than 100 custom-built courses, live-attack simulations, dynamic system emulation and critical-infrastructure exercises designed to mirror complex threat environments.

鈥淐ybersecurity isn鈥檛 just a technology issue 鈥� it鈥檚 a critical part of protecting communities, infrastructure, and national security,鈥� says Dr. Ken Barker, BSc鈥�82, MSc鈥�84, PhD, a professor in the  and director of the . 

鈥淭he CATE Centre is a powerful example of what can happen when universities, industry and law enforcement work together to solve urgent challenges.鈥�

Since launching, the Centre has trained 35 officers from the  (CPS), Edmonton Police Service and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), with a goal of 84 officers graduating over three years. This hands-on training equips law enforcement with advanced skills to detect, respond to, and prevent cyber threats targeting communities and critical infrastructure.

CPS Deputy Chief Asif Rashid underscores the importance of collaboration in addressing digital threats.

鈥淐ybercrime has become one of the fastest-growing areas of concern for public safety,鈥� says Rashid, BA鈥�01. 鈥淭he CATE Centre provides our officers with real-world training that strengthens our ability to protect Calgarians and respond to increasingly complex cyber incidents.鈥�

The anniversary event featured demonstrations of the Cyber Range, one of Canada鈥檚 most advanced cyber-training environments, as well as reflections from founding partners, including ENFOCOM Cyber and Raytheon Canada.

As the CATE Centre moves into its third year, it will continue expanding its training programs and exploring new research collaborations that reinforce Canada鈥檚 cybersecurity readiness.