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• First Name: Denis
• Last Name: Hébert
• Priority: Normal
• Job Title: Senior Advisor, PR card Programme and Policy
• Company: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
• Country: Canada
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• Session Timeslot: Tuesday 13/10/2026 15:50-16:10
• Session Title: Identity High
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• Session Track: Identity
• Session Location: Audi 15
• Role: Speaker
• Bio:

  Denis is a seasoned multilingual public servant with over two decades of experience at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), specialising in federal programme delivery, policy development, and large-scale operational transformation. In his current position as senior policy and programme advisor, he has led complex national and international initiatives spanning procurement, secure identity management, biometrics, and digital modernisation.

  He played a central role in the long-term delivery of Canada’s permanent resident card programme, including the development of two ICAO-aligned cards. Known for his strategic leadership and sound judgement, Denis has consistently strengthened identity integrity and reduced fraud by translating complex requirements into practical, client-focused solutions sustained collaboration with domestic and international partners.

• Presentation Title: A warm welcome, a strong defence – Canada’s new PR card
• Presentation 2-Line Description: Join us to explore the story behind Canada’s new PR card: a striking new design symbolising the country’s role as a place of welcome and opportunity for immigrants. Learn more about the sophisticated, personalised security features embedded within the card— carefully engineered to safeguard identities and strengthen the integrity of Canada’s borders.
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