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Safeguarding Your Research

WHY SAFEGUARDING YOUR RESEARCH IS IMPORTANT

Canadian-led research can be an attractive target for those seeking to steal, use, and adapt it for our own advantages and gains. This includes research that could be applied to the strategic, military, or intelligence capabilities of other countries.

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CSIS - Safeguarding Your Research Checklist

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POLICY UPDATES
On January 16, 2024, the Government of Canada released the new Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern, which has implications for researchers submitting applications for funding to the federal granting agencies (CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC) and CFI. Click here to learn more.
 
MARCH 28, 2024 UPDATE: The federal granting agencies are committed to providing our research community with the most up-to-date information and best practices to safeguard their research and mitigate research security risks. Learn more.
 
 

SECURE LAPTOP LENDING PROGRAM

The University is committed to ensuring the safety and security of its instructors traveling to countries that present potential risks. This Lending Program provides secure devices configured to minimize the risk to personal and sensitive information.

The program is for Academic Research Staff traveling internationally on short-term University business, or when travel has the potential to cause data exposure. Taking work laptops or mobile devices abroad increases the risk of data and identity theft. The loaner program ensures access to necessary applications and information while minimizing sensitive data carried. Loaner devices help to reduce exposure to data that may be accessed by foreign officials or unauthorized access to the University's IT systems.

Travellers must strictly follow the procedures and timeline outlined in the guide to qualify for this program. To prevent complications or disqualification from participation, all necessary steps must be completed within the specified timeframes.

To request a laptop for your trip visit https://go.uleth.ca/travel-device

If you are planning to travel, it is also a good idea to complete the Safety Abroad Registry

 
RESOURCES
  • U15 Safeguarding Research in Canada: A Guide for University Policies & Practices
  • Conducting Open-Source Due Diligence for Protecting Research Partnerships
  • How can you protect your research during travel?
  • Travel Security Checklist for University Researchers
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  • Safeguarding Science Workshop

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