Cybersecurity Awareness Week 1: Recognize Threats
The theme for #CyberMonth2026 is Your best defence is you.
In a world powered by artificial intelligence (AI), cyber threats can look more real than ever. Phishing emails and AI-generated scams can make it harder to know what is real and what is not.
The good news is that staying safe online doesn’t have to be complicated.
This Cyber Security Awareness Month, we are helping Canadians build simple cyber security habits that can make a big difference. Many cyber incidents can be prevented with everyday actions. These include checking suspicious messages, turning on multi-factor authentication and using strong passwords.
Week 1: Recognize Your Cyber Threats
Cyber criminals use tricks to make scams look real, and AI can make those scams harder to spot. This week, learn how to recognize phishing, fake messages and AI-powered scams. You will also learn why it helps to pause and check before you click, reply or share information. Learn more with these resources:
