Executive Summary In a dynamic cyber security environment, the Government of Canada’s approach will be rooted in a sustained commitment to: • Protect the safety and security of Canadians and our critical infrastructure • Promote and protect rights and freedoms online • Encourage cyber security for business, economic growth, and prosperity • Collaborate and support coordination across jurisdictions and sectors to strengthen Canada’s cyber resilience • Proactively adapt to changes in the cyber security landscape and the emergence of new technology Scope of the Strategy The scope of this Strategy starts with the work that the Government of Canada is already undertaking. This includes ongoing and future efforts to protect Government of Canada systems, to extend our network of partnerships to help protect critical infrastructure, and to help Canadians to be safe online. In a more diverse and dynamic global cyber security landscape, however, Canada’s new approach will be more extensive and inclusive. This document outlines the key elements of the global cyber security environment and articulates some of the ways that the Government of Canada will respond to an array of new challenges and opportunities in cyberspace. 4 of 35 • NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY STRATEGY