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POWER LUNCH: RBC Advice Spotlight: Business Fraud Prevention & Employee Retirement Plans
Business owners and leaders are facing growing pressures, from protecting their organization against fraud to supporting employees? financial wellbeing. In this Power Lunch, RBC experts will share practical guidance on strengthening your workplace retirement plan and safeguarding your business. You?ll learn how effective plan design, clear internal communication, and digital tools can improve employee engagement and participation, along with what employers need to know about upcoming 2026 plan governance responsibilities and risks. The session will also explore financial stress among employees, common retirement plan challenges across Canada, and the latest fraud trends affecting businesses. RBC will provide actionable tips and best practices to help you recognize warning signs, prevent fraud, and better protect your organization. This session is ideal for business owners, senior leaders, HR professionals, and anyone responsible for company finances, benefits, or operations.
POWER LUNCH: Weathering the Digital Storm: Cyber Readiness for Halifax Businesses
Cyber attacks aren?t just a large-company issue. Many small and mid-size businesses are targeted because they don?t have dedicated IT security teams. In this Power Lunch, cybersecurity experts from Fortinet will explain the most common risks local organizations face today and the practical steps you can take to reduce your exposure. You?ll learn simple, cost-effective protections, how to assess whether your current safeguards are enough, and exactly what to do in the first 24 hours after a breach. This session is designed for business owners, managers, and operations leaders who want clear, non-technical guidance to better protect their staff, data, and operations.
