Cyber security for government ministries and the broader public sector
Learn more about strengthening cyber security to keep your organization’s information safe and secure.
Overview
Cyber security awareness and training is an important part of Ontario’s Cyber Security Strategy and safeguards all types of data against theft and loss. We are continuously working to strengthen our cyber security practices and protect the data entrusted to us by the people and businesses of Ontario.
The Cyber Security Centre of Excellence helps educate Ontario government ministries, municipalities and broader public sector organizations about cyber security and best practices to keep the people of Ontario’s information safe and secure. We provide cyber security advice, guidance, information and services to strengthen digital resilience while meeting digital service delivery expectations.
Examples of broader public sector organizations include:
- hospitals
- universities
- colleges
- school boards
- children’s aid societies
Cyber security reports
Ontario Broader Public Sector Cyber Security Strategy Report (2024)
This report highlights Ontario’s strategy and progress to strengthen cyber resiliency across government and the broader public sector. It was informed by the Cyber Security Expert Panel’s Report.
Cyber Security Expert Panel Report (2022)
The final report to the Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement assessing cyber security in the Ontario Public Service and the Broader Public Sector with recommendations for improvement.
Cyber Security Ontario account
Create a Cyber Security Ontario account
Access free cyber security educational resources by creating an account. These resources are available to broader public sector organizations, agencies and municipalities.
Cyber Security Ontario subscriptions
Use the “Manage subscriptions” page in your Cyber Security Ontario account to receive notifications from Ontario’s Cyber Security Centre of Excellence, including alerts and advisories, services available, educational materials and upcoming events.
Resources you can access with an account
Learning Hub
Explore a range of educational materials to help build your cyber security knowledge.
Events
Find all current and past cyber security events, including summits and Community of Practice sessions.
Alerts and advisories
Get timely updates on emerging cyber security threats and vulnerabilities.
Cyber Security Maturity Assessment (CMA) Tool
Assess cyber security processes, controls and governance using the CMA Tool, which is based on an industry-standard framework.
Tabletop Exercise (TTX) in a Box
Test your organization’s incident response plans and identify areas for improvement using this online tool. It helps broader public sector organization better understand their resiliency to cyber attacks.
Information technology (IT) resources
IT standards
Explore the Government of Ontario’s Information and Technology Standards (GO-ITS) for public service.
IT procurement
Access pre-qualified IT and security vendors through Ontario’s Vendor of Record program.
Contact Us
To learn more about our services:
- visit Cyber Security Ontario
- email us at: cybersecurity@ontario.ca