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Cold Wash Podcast Episode 2: Over $35 million stolen in Rigaud.
The Biggest Heist in Canadian History: The Sécuricor Rigaud Affair (2005)
The unsolved mystery of the armored truck robbery
This podcast episode delves into the heart of Canada’s most spectacular unsolved criminal case: the robbery of a Securicor armored truck in Rigaud in 2005, a daring theft estimated to be worth over $35 million.
We welcome Martin Deslauriers, former vice president of cash transportation and security expert (currently director of security at Place des Arts). He takes us behind the scenes of the investigation into this historic theft.
Discover how human failings and procedural errors led to this high-profile robbery. Martin Deslauriers shares his first-hand experience: the intense media pressure and sleepless nights spent trying to solve this mystery, which, twenty years later, remains the largest cash theft ever committed in the country.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The fascinating details of the 2005 Securicor robbery.
- The impact of security procedures in the cash-in-transit sector.
- What makes this burglary case still unsolved after two decades.
- How to respond effectively to a critical incident of this magnitude.
Podcast Partners
- Presentation: This podcast is presented by Mé & Co, your creative agency specializing in visual communication and digital marketing.
- Powered by: Cygnus Strategies – the firm specializing in emergency response and business continuity. We help you better understand your risks, prepare for the unexpected, and respond effectively in critical situations. Our mission: to strengthen your resilience and protect what matters most to you.
Contact Cygnus Strategies: Info@cygnusstrategies.com
Website: https://cygnusstrategies.com/
Cold Wash Podcast Episode 1: Events on Parliament Hill on October 22, 2014
In this podcast, we look back at the events that unfolded on Parliament Hill in Ottawa during the attack on October 22, 2014.
We would like to pay tribute to Nathan Cirillo, who lost his life during this tragedy. Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and colleagues.
On the agenda:
- What worked well/didn’t work in the immediate response and responsibilities on the Hill.
- What Canada has strengthened since then (Parliamentary Protective Service, response levels).
- Where we stand in the “Five Eyes” intelligence network.
- Applicable lessons for improving security posture.
Powered by: Cygnus Strategies – We help you better understand your risks, prepare for the unexpected, and respond effectively in critical situations. Our mission is to strengthen your resilience and protect what matters most to you.
Our guest: Rob Curie, owner and founder of RCAS
Email address: info@rcas.ca
Website: https://rcas.ca/
Mini Episode Cold Wash
In this mini episode, we discover the segment “The Question That Cools Things Down,” presented to benefit Ferme Chrysalide. It’s a sensitive question that the guest can choose to answer or not. If they agree to answer, we double our donation to Ferme Chrysalide.
What does Ferme Chrysalide do?
Located on 25 acres of land in the beautiful Trois-Rivières region, their mission is to create a unique learning environment for people living with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorders (ID-ASD).
To learn more about Ferme Chrysalide: https://www.facebook.com/fermechrysalide/
To support Ferme Chrysalide: https://www.gofundme.com/f/aidez-nous-a-de…
What are we talking about?
A frank discussion about crisis management, debriefings, and a culture of transparency. Rob shares his vision of preparedness in the face of threats, the importance of learning from mistakes, and the need to take collective responsibility.
Interviewed by the Institute of Strategic Risk Management Canada, our security, crisis management, and business continuity specialist Camille Mc Innis talks about herself, her background, and her professional experiences.
The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM) Canada is part of a global center that brings together professionals, academics, and policymakers to advance understanding and capabilities related to strategic risk and crisis management. Its primary mission is to serve as a platform for sharing information and expertise to help its members adapt to rapidly changing and complex global threats. The organization focuses on applying structured methodologies to inform strategic decision-making in real-world situations.
The role of ISRM Canada is to support the professionalization of risk and security managers in the country, with an emphasis on continuous professional development. The institute offers world-class training, encourages networking, and promotes the dissemination of best practices to strengthen the resilience of businesses and institutions. By integrating Canadian perspectives and contributing to the global dialogue, ISRM helps its members acquire the tools and frameworks they need to navigate complex emerging risks and ensure sustainable resilience.