Cyber Innovation be created for Canadians in the years ahead.2 Governments, academia, and members of the private sector can work together to create new opportunities, drive investment, and foster leading-edge research and development. Canada is already a leader in cyber security research and development. Breakthroughs in cyber security research are not only beneficial for Canadian cyber security firms, but for the economy as a whole. Government has a role to play to support advanced research and to help CYBER SECURITY SNAPSHOT: STREAMLINING SERVICE DELIVERY innovative companies scale up to bring cyber security technologies and Stuart was relieved when he found out that services to the global marketplace. he could access his Canada Pension Plan (CPP) account online without having to Building on the Benefits of Digital Technology remember another password. All he has to do is go to the CPP log-in page, click on the logo for his bank, and enter his information. Canada’s participation in digital life has generated immense prosperity He uses the same username and password as and benefits, and has opened a new gateway to the world. Governments, he does for his online banking, since his bank businesses and other organizations play a central role in protecting these is a sign-in partner for the Government of benefits by establishing strong security for their online platforms, products, and services. Canada’s online services. He really likes the convenience, and since he trusts his bank’s security measures, he knows his information Cyber security is only as strong as its weakest link. Small and medium enterprises — and indeed many organizations in Canada — face similar challenges securing their systems and networks as their much larger is protected. As his son David keeps telling him, his banking information will be safer as long as he uses a secure Wi-Fi — like his password-protected network at home. counterparts, but must do so with less expertise and fewer resources. Apparently, hackers can intercept traffic Governments can help correct this asymmetry by providing advice and over unsecured Wi-Fi, like in a coffee shop guidance and enhancing access to cyber security information and tools. or airport. 2 Research and Markets, “Cyber Security Market – Global Forecast to 2021,” August 2016. 20 of 35 • NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY STRATEGY