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Quebec LNG - Ontario Chapter Virtual Event: XaaS & AI in Life Sciences - Risks, Realities, and Best

Cloud adoption is accelerating across regulated industries—but validation and compliance expectations haven’t gotten any simpler. Whether you’re moving infrastructure to the cloud, deploying ready-made SaaS platforms, building applications on PaaS, or integrating AI-driven capabilities, you’re operating in a shared-responsibility world that fundamentally affects how compliance must be approached. This highly practical webinar demystifies XaaS (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) for regulated environments. We’ll unpack how each service model works, how responsibilities shift compared with classical on-premises software, and what that means for validation strategy, documentation, risk management, vendor oversight, and ongoing compliance. Together, we’ll explore how to manage evolving models without trying to force AI into outdated validation molds, and participants will leave with a clear framework to make smart cloud and AI decisions confidently. Registration Fees & Deadlines Member $0 | Nonmember $15 Learning Objectives By the end of this one-hour webinar, participants will: Recognize how information technology (IT) systems function in regulated environments , including compliance requirements, validation expectations, and oversight challenges. Understand the fundamentals of cloud-based systems (XaaS): what they are, how they operate, and how they differ from traditional software models. Identify common risks and pitfalls when implementing or using XaaS solutions in regulated contexts and learn practical mitigation strategies, including how to tackle AI models. Who Should Attend? Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs professionals overseeing computerized systems IT and digital transformation leaders in regulated companies Validation/CSV specialists modernizing their approach Product owners implementing cloud or AI tools Vendors supplying regulated clients Speakers Frederic Landry Founder and CEO, InnovX Solutions Frederic Landry is the co-founder of InnovX Solutions, a Montreal-based consulting firm dedicated to ensuring the effective and compliant use of technology in regulated industries. Known as a creative thinker with a passion for innovation, Frederic brings deep expertise in process management and technology governance. With multiple startup ventures and over 20 years of experience in product development, IT management, and operations, he specializes in translating complex, fast-moving technologies—like cloud and AI—into practical, audit-ready strategies that work in the real world. Cancellations and Refunds RAPS reserves the right to cancel this program at its sole discretion. RAPS will not be responsible for travel or other costs incurred due to cancellation. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to support@raps.org . Cancellations will receive a full refund minus a 20% administrative fee. RAPS is unable to accept cancellations by phone. Substitutions Paid registration substitutions may be accepted with written approval from RAPS for requests received before the start of the event. To transfer a registration, email support@raps.org with the event title, name of the original registrant and the contact information for the new attendee. Proof of Attendance A certificate of attendance can be downloaded from the RAPS Learning Portal following the event. Questions Contact the RAPS Support Center: Call +1 301 770 2920, ext. 200 (8:30 am–5:30 pm EST, Monday–Friday) or email RAPS@raps.org

RAPS Webcast: Get Your FRA Now: Two (More) New RAPS Industry Credentials!

Starting or switching careers in regulatory affairs? Do you need to prove your foundational knowledge but feel it's too early for the rigorous RAC exam or don't have the required experience? If so, the new Foundation in Regulatory Affairs (FRA) credential from RAPS is your essential first step! The FRA is the only RAPS credential that requires zero regulatory experience—making it the ideal launchpad for your career. Be among the very first to earn the new FRA credentials. These credentials are earned by passing an exam that validates the critical, foundational regulatory knowledge needed to thrive in the profession. Attend this free, one-hour webcast to discover if the FRA is the right fit and get a clear roadmap for your success. Plus, get a sneak peek at new FRA credentials coming in 2026. RAPS debuted the FRA-Introduction to Medical Devices and FRA-Introduction to Pharmaceuticals credentials in 2025. In 2026, we are expanding the program with the FRA-Global Strategy in Medical Devices and FRA-Global Strategy in Pharmaceuticals credentials. Join us to see how these credentials can help you jump-start your regulatory affairs journey. Registration Fees & Deadlines Free Learning Objectives Decide if earning the FRA credential is right for you or your team Identify the basic steps required to earn the FRA Create a plan to get started and successfully earn an FRA Who Should Attend? Career Launchers: Students, early-career, or transitioning professionals moving into regulatory affairs. FRA-Curious: Individuals who want to learn about the FRA for themselves or for their team’s professional development. FRA-Ready: Attendees seeking a clear, actionable plan to register for and successfully earn their FRA credentials. Audience Learning Level Basic: Content is introductory in nature and requires no requisite knowledge or experience to grasp concepts and related exercises. Basic educational activities are meant to establish a foundation of knowledge and/or competence that will be expanded upon in practice or in higher level activities. Speakers Jennifer Naughton Senior Director, Credentialing & Professional Development, RAPS Jennifer is passionate about elevating industry performance and closing skills gaps through effective learning and credentialing programming. She brings 25+ years of experience across multiple industries, including nearly five years leading credentialing efforts at RAPS. She currently oversees RAPS' premier credentialing programs (RAC, RCC, and FRA). She holds an MEd degree and professional certifications including SPHR, ICE-CCP, and CAE. Roya Zarrinnahad Director of e-Learning, RAPS Roya has been at RAPS for more than a decade. She oversees the development and maintenance of the RAPS course catalog and implements technological enhancements into the RAPS learning program. Questions Contact the RAPS Support Center: Call +1 301 770 2920, ext. 200 (8:30 am–5:30 pm EST, Monday–Friday) or email support@raps.org