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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Last updated on August 29, 2025

Are you cyber safe?

Participate in Cybersecurity Awareness Month to learn about simple yet effective practices to connect to your devices and use technology safely and securely.

Now more than ever, it’s important to understand the risks of cybersecurity and how to protect your information and your identity.

Cybersecurity impacts all of us. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This international awareness initiative invites all digital citizens of British Columbia to stay alert for the latest cybersecurity threats.

The federal government's theme this year is Get cyber safe – for future you. The theme focuses on developing strong cyber habits today to protect ourselves when it matters most.

Level up your cybersecurity game by participating in the Government of Canada’s Cybersecurity Awareness weekly challenges! 

Each week features specific themes, and specific topics about each theme:

  • Week 1 focuses on preparing your future self today​, and includes:
    • passphrases and passwords
    • password managers
    • multi-factor authentication (MFA)
    • social media accounts.
  • Week 2 focuses on bringing your devices up to speed, and includes:
    • securing smart devices
    • storage and backups
    • private and public networks.
  • Week 3 focuses on evolving cyber threats, and includes:
    • phishing
    • vishing
    • reporting smishing through 7726 (SPAM)
    • AI and sophisticated threats
  • Week 4 focuses on starting new habits, and includes:
    • malware
    • ransomware
    • anti-virus protection
    • safe downloading
    • AI.
  • Week 5 focuses on staying updated to stay safe and includes:
    • system updates
    • S.C.R.U.B topics
    • software updates.

Join Cybersecurity Awareness Month at https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/cyber-security-awareness-month.

Learn more: Resources - Get Cyber Safe

Want to learn more about cybersecurity issues and best practices?

Join the B.C. Government's Security Ambassador program.Lock - B.C. Government Intranet

The Security Ambassador program is geared towards B.C. Government individuals passionate about cyber awareness - no prior cybersecurity knowledge or certifications needed. The program offers info on specific cybersecurity issues, and dives into the risks and best practices. It's a great way to learn more about cybersecurity, and spread the word with others.