Cyber Security Awareness Month

Cyber Security Awareness Month is an internationally recognized campaign held each October to help the public learn about the importance of cyber security.  In Canada, the campaign is led by Get Cyber Safe, a Government of Canada initiative. Check out the Get Cyber Safe website for resources to help inform you about cyber security and the steps you can take to protect yourself online. Resources include:

• Secure Your Accounts: Your online account holds a lot of personal data. Make sure that information stays safe with account security tips.

  • Passphrases, Passwords and PINS

  • Multi-Factor Authentication

  • Password Managers

  • Social Media

• Secure Your Devices: Your devices can keep you connected to the internet no matter where you are. Learn how to protect them, and your information, from being compromised. 

  • Laptops and Computers

  • Phones and Tablets

  • Gaming Systems

  • TVs and Smart Devices

  • Storage and Backup

  • System Updates

• Secure Your Connections: Your networks are the master key to your most important devices and data. Discover the steps your need to take to make sure they stay secure.

  • Private Networks (Home Routers)

  • Bluetooth

  • VPNs

  • Firewalls

  • Public Wi-Fi

For resources to help you understand your CLIA cyber coverage and to avoid a cyber claim, see our recent blog posts:

• Understanding Your Cyber Coverage

• Managing and Reporting a Cyber Attack

• Employee Cyber Awareness Training

• Bite Size CPD Series: Cyber Security

• Prevent Data Loss with Backups

• Multifactor Authentication