UBC’s Information Security Standards have been updated. These standards safeguard sensitive data, research, and university operations from evolving cyber threats. No matter your role—whether handling research data, managing IT systems, or simply sending emails—these changes affect you.
To help you stay informed and compliant, we’re offering virtual sessions that highlight key updates, explain their impact, and provide a chance to ask our security experts questions. Register now to ensure you have the knowledge and tools to protect UBC’s information.
Session details and registration links are below:
Your Guide to the Latest Revisions
This session provides a concise, high-level overview of the revisions and outlines clear, actionable steps to help you stay compliant.
Understanding UBC's Revised Encryption Requirements
Encryption is fundamental to protecting sensitive information at UBC. This session takes a deep dive into the revised encryption requirements and introduces the Storage Encryption Risk and Classification Model.
Understanding UBC's Email Forwarding Rules and Responsibilities
UBC's email forwarding policies have been updated. This session will provide clear guidance on where forwarding is prohibited, revised circumstances for acceptable forwarding, and how to leverage the new UBC Email Auto-forwarding Agreement to request approval for unique circumstances.