Source: Interac
Interac Corp. (Interac) has announced the appointment of David Bruyea as group head, financial crimes, effective immediately. This new executive role reflects the company’s dedication to protecting Canadians from fraud and enabling a more accessible and secure digital economy.
Mr. Bruyea will oversee the development and delivery of fraud prevention and detection services at Interac. His leadership will be instrumental in further strengthening the company’s core fraud capabilities and deepening collaboration with ecosystem partners.
“Protecting Canadians from scams and fraud is foundational to everything we do at Interac,” said Jeremy Wilmot, president & chief executive officer, Interac Corp. “David’s proven experience in cybersecurity, IT architecture, and operational resilience uniquely qualifies him for this role. His leadership will ensure that Canadians continue to rely on Interac for secure, reliable payment and verification solutions.”
With over 25 years of experience in Canada’s financial services sector, Mr. Bruyea has held senior roles including chief information security officer at CIBC and moneris and executive advisor, risk advisory at Deloitte. He is recognized for catalysing integrated approaches to cybersecurity and fraud management. His career includes the creation of Canada’s first integrated Cyber, Fraud and Corporate Security group, as well as leadership of complex payment modernization programs with a strong focus on resilience and trust.
“As digital transactions grow, so do the challenges of protecting Canadians from increasingly sophisticated fraud threats,” said David Bruyea, group head, financial crimes, Interac Corp. “Interac has earned the trust of Canadians through a deep focus on security and collaboration. I look forward to advancing secure innovation that keeps fraud prevention in step with how Canadians live, work, and pay.”
For over four decades, Interac has been a trusted partner in helping Canadians move their money securely and efficiently. With a proud legacy of building national infrastructure ‘by Canada, for Canada,’ Interac remains committed to driving innovation and collaboration to ensure Canadians can continue to transact with confidence in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
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