Category: Canada
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Canadian Cybersecurity Laws in 2026
Cybersecurity rules in Canada are changing and most businesses aren’t sure which laws apply to them. From PIPEDA and CASL to Quebec’s Law 25, understanding your obligations doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s what Canadian businesses actually need to know in 2026. Canada doesn’t have a single cybersecurity law. Instead, businesses must navigate a combination…
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Fake Settlement Scams Are Targeting Canadians Again
Canadian businesses are being reminded to stay alert as scammers increasingly exploit familiar headlines to make fraud look legitimate. A recent example involves text messages claiming recipients are eligible for a “milk settlement,” despite no such class action existing. These messages typically include a link urging users to provide personal or financial information. While they…
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When Helpful AI Becomes a Security Risk
In June 2025, a single email quietly compromised Microsoft 365 Copilot through a vulnerability known as EchoLeak (CVE‑2025‑32711). There were no clicks, no attachments, and no user error. Copilot simply processed the message as designed and unintentionally exposed emails, documents, Teams chats, and SharePoint data. Although Microsoft patched the issue quickly, the incident made one…
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Canada–Philippines Cyber Cooperation
Canada and the Philippines have strengthened their cybersecurity cooperation following a recent meeting between senior defence and cyber security officials from both countries. The discussions focused on cyber defence, information security, and long-term collaboration to address evolving global cyber threats, reinforcing a growing bilateral security partnership. The engagement brought together leaders from the Philippines’ Department…
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Fake Online Tutoring Services Are Extorting Students and Universities
Universities across the English‑speaking world are facing a growing cybersecurity threat tied to so‑called “academic support” services. According to Okta Threat Intelligence, many contract cheating operations pose as tutoring or proctoring services but are organized extortion schemes. Students are lured, often during high‑stress periods like midterms or finals, into sharing login credentials so assignments can…
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The State of Cybersecurity for Canadian Businesses
Cybercrime continues to rise worldwide, and Canadian businesses are feeling the impact more than ever. While Canada often appears in joint North American statistics, its threat landscape has its own unique characteristics. From ransomware to phishing to large‑scale fraud, attacks continue to evolve in both frequency and sophistication, affecting organizations of every size and sector.…
