
CyberSecure Canada
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : May 31, 2020
- All industries
Overview
Get certification from the federal government for complying with baseline cyber security controls, such as having an incident response plan, securely configured devices and software, and employee awareness training. The certification mark lets your custom
Activities funded
Eligibility
Eligibility for the CyberSecure Canada certification program requires organizations to meet specific conditions.
- The applicant must be a small or medium-sized organization.
Who is eligible?
The CyberSecure Canada certification program is targeted towards small and medium-sized organizations seeking to improve their cybersecurity practices.
Eligible expenses
The CyberSecure Canada grant supports projects and activities aimed at enhancing cybersecurity practices among small and medium-sized organizations. The initiative focuses on providing resources and certification to improve the organization’s cybersecurity posture.
- Participation in the free eLearning series to gain knowledge on cybersecurity best practices.
- Application and preparation for CyberSecure Canada certification, including completing a certification readiness survey.
- Engaging an accredited certification body to conduct a cybersecurity audit.
- Displaying the CyberSecure Canada certification mark after successful certification to build trust with stakeholders.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Applicants must be small or medium-sized organizations.
- Organizations must meet the security controls outlined in the National Standard CAN/CIOSC 104:2021.
- Applicants must demonstrate a willingness to improve their cybersecurity posture.
How to apply
Familiarize Yourself with the Program
- Visit the Standards Council of Canada web page for details about the CyberSecure Canada certification program.
- Review the Digital Governance Council web page and consult the National Standard CAN/CIOSC 104:2021 for baseline cybersecurity controls.
Self-Directed Learning
- Engage with the free eLearning series available on the CyberSecure Canada page.
- Complete the 14 modules at your own pace to understand the 13 security controls.
Register on the CyberSecure Canada Portal
- Create an account on the CyberSecure Canada portal to begin the certification process.
- Provide necessary organizational details to register your interest in getting certified.
Certification Readiness Survey
Select an Accredited Certification Body
Undertake Certification Audit
Certification Confirmation
- Once certified, you will receive the CyberSecure Canada certification mark, valid for two years.
- Refer to the Certification Display Requirements web page for guidelines on using the certification mark.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for the CyberSecure Canada certification program:
- Organizations can enhance their competitive advantage by demonstrating proactive cybersecurity efforts to customers and supply chain partners.
- A bilingual eLearning series is available to assist organizations in understanding and preparing for the 13 security controls outlined in the program.
- The eLearning modules are designed to be accessible for individuals with minimal technical knowledge.
- Certification is valid for two years, during which the CyberSecure Canada certification mark can be displayed as proof of the organization’s cybersecurity posture.
- Additional resources, including how-to guides, fillable templates, and policy examples, are provided to support organizations during the certification process.
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