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How to be more cyber secure with your grandkid

A quick guide of tips that you can use to teach your grandchildren or other youth in your life about cyber security while navigating the internet together.

Updated: 2022-06-20

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month in Canada

Cyber Security Awareness Month is an international campaign held every October to help the public learn more about the importance of cyber security. The campaign helps Canadians stay secure online by teaching them simple steps to protect themselves and their devices.

Updated: 2022-06-20

Common scams that older adults need to watch out for

Romance scams, tech support scams and other scams that older adults need to watch out for.

Updated: 2022-06-13

What are the most common forms of phishing?

Here’s a quick overview of the main types of phishing scams cyber criminals can use to steal your information.

Updated: 2022-05-11

How strong is your password? Five ways to evaluate

Check out the Get Cyber Safe guide on how to create a strong password that keeps your information, identity and money safe from cyber criminals.

Updated: 2022-04-19

Video: Creating a strong password

Keeping your passwords secure is one of the most effective ways to increase your cyber safety.

Updated: 2022-04-05

Does your data have a backup plan?

We store so much important data on our devices, and backing up our data often is the easiest way to make sure we never lose the files that matter most to us.

Updated: 2022-03-31

Multi-factor authentication

Passwords and passphrases are important security measures, but they’re not the only ones. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an extra layer of security catered to you, so only you can access private information and accounts.

Updated: 2022-03-31

The 7 red flags of phishing

Phishing is one of the most common threats you can encounter online. Luckily, phishing messages can be easy to spot – if you know what you’re looking for.

Updated: 2022-03-31

Colouring pages and stickers for kids

Download and print or share these fun resources

Updated: 2022-03-21