Cybersecurity is an increasingly important consideration for small and medium organizations (SMOs). The rapid pace of digitalization, a push for automation in business and operational processes, and the exponential growth of data and artificial intelligence mean that new cybersecurity risks are constantly emerging.
This guide provides an introduction to cybersecurity concepts, frameworks and the current security landscape in Canada. It outlines cybersecurity risks and consequences that are particularly relevant to SMOs due to their operating environment, size and capacity constraints.
Suggested citation:
Open North. Essential Cybersecurity for Small Organizations: What You Need to Know. Montreal, 2025.