Government of Canada Security Incident

Government of Canadas Enterprise Cyber Security Strategy On this page Message from the President 1. Introduction 2. Whole-of-government approach for cyber security of government operations 3. Implementation approach 4. Conclusion AppendixA: key performance indicators AppendixB: glossary Message from the President Government of Canada Enterprise Cyber Security Strategy The safety and security of Canadians is, and always has been, our top priority. Canadians rely on the Government of Canada to deliver programs and services, many of which are becoming increasingly more digital in this modern era. Like many public institutions around the world, the government has been a target of cyber-attacks, which can have a significant effect on government operations and the security of Canadians. We are constantly adapting safety measures and establishing tools to help safeguard our systems and protect Canadians personal information. Tools such as the Government of Canadas Cyber Security Event Management Plan , tabletop exercises, and government website security monitoring are proactive measures that help us anticipate and effectively respond to cyber events. Now, we are taking additional steps to strengthen our approach and get a clearer picture of current cyber defenses across government. This first-ever Government of Canada Enterprise Cyber Security Strategy, developed by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Communications Security Establishment Canada, and Shared Services Canada, is a risk-based, whole-of-government approach that will improve collaboration among departments and improve cyber security as a whole. This Cyber Security Strategy is the first of its kind and is a testament to our commitment to keeping Canadians safe in the digital age. It will reduce redundancies, identify gaps, and include year-round testing and reviews. It will also improve how the government prepares for, responds to, and recovers from cyber attacks, while fostering a diverse workforce...

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