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7 Cybersecurity Threats Facing Canadian Small Businesses (And How to Stop Them)

Small businesses in Canada are becoming increasingly digital. Online sales portals, cloud accounting, remote workforces, and digital marketing platforms are now playing a central role in daily operations. However, this digital transformation has a dark side, i.e., it has exposed entrepreneurs to a growing array of cybersecurity threats in Canada that can disrupt operations, drain […]
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Smart Devices, Smarter Security: Protecting IoT in Your Small Business Network

Smart devices are everywhere—cameras, printers, point-of-sale terminals, smart thermostats, and other connected systems that keep modern small businesses running efficiently. But convenience without controls is risk, i.e., building smarter security around every connected endpoint is now essential because IoT devices create broad and often overlooked attack surfaces that cybercriminals exploit.  Recent industry tracking estimates there […]
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Email Security in 2026: Stopping Phishing Before It Reaches Your Inbox

Phishing remains the dominant threat vector in cybersecurity, especially for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). In 2025, phishing is not just about generic fraudulent emails. It has evolved into highly targeted and AI-enhanced campaigns that can bypass basic filters and weaponize social engineering at scale.  According to recent research, over 90% of cyberattacks begin with […]
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Why Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Should Be Your SMB’s Top Cybersecurity Investment Before 2026

The evolving threat landscape has made cyber risks the same for SMBs and large enterprises. In fact, Sophisticated adversaries now target smaller firms precisely because they often have weaker defenses. One industry study found that while ransomware shows up in 39% of breaches at big companies, it appears in 88% of SMB breaches.  Shockingly, 75% […]
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Year-End IT Checklist: How SMBs Can Prepare Their Systems for 2026

As 2025 comes to a close, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) must take a proactive approach to technology readiness. A structured IT checklist helps organizations evaluate risks, update systems, and plan budgets for smooth operations in 2026.  While day-to-day tasks often dominate the attention of IT teams, the year-end period is an ideal time to […]
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How SMBs Can Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats: Lessons from Canada’s Cyber Security Awareness Month

Canada’s 2025 Cyber Security Awareness Month (October) comes with the theme “Get cyber safe – for future you”. The message is clear: small actions today pay off in future security. Since cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, the campaign is essential for proactive education, especially for SMBs, due to their increased vulnerability to cyberattacks. The […]
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Cybersecurity Starts with You: 5 Simple Habits Every SMB Owner Should Adopt This October

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are frequent targets of cybercriminals. In fact, 46% of all cybersecurity breaches target businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees. Since October is Cyber Security Awareness Month in Canada, it’s the perfect time for SMB owners to strengthen their digital defenses. Therefore, we have designed this guide to talk about five […]
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