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AtlSecCon

Founded in 2011, AtlSecCon has grown into Atlantic Canada's largest and most inclusive cybersecurity conference. Each year, over 1,700 security professionals, students, and community members gather in Halifax, Nova Scotia for two days of world-class talks, hands-on workshops, and meaningful connections.

AtlSecCon was created to make high-quality security education accessible to everyone — regardless of title, budget, or background. The conference remains community-driven, vendor-neutral, and committed to welcoming new voices into the industry.

AtlSecCon 2027

April 8–9 · Halifax, Nova Scotia

Atlantic Canada's premier cybersecurity conference — now in its 16th year.

162Days
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04Hours
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28Min
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53Sec
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By the Numbers

15

Years Running

1,700+

Annual Attendees

50+

Speakers Per Year

2011

Founded

What Makes AtlSecCon Different

Community First

Affordable registration, student programs, and diversity scholarships ensure everyone can participate.

Vendor Neutral

Content is curated for quality and relevance — not sponsorship dollars.

Practitioner Focused

Talks are selected for real-world applicability by people doing the work every day.

Atlantic Canadian Roots

Proudly based in Halifax, serving a region that punches well above its weight in cybersecurity talent.