Executive Summary To realize our vision, the Government of Canada and its partners will work together across three themes: Security and Resilience Through collaborative action with partners and enhanced cyber security capabilities, we will better protect Canadians from cybercrime, respond to evolving threats, and defend critical government and private sector systems. Cyber Innovation By supporting advanced research, fostering digital innovation, and developing cyber skills and knowledge, the federal government will position Canada as a global leader in cyber security. Leadership and Collaboration The federal government, in close collaboration with provinces, territories, and the private sector, will take a leadership role to advance cyber security in Canada and will, in coordination with allies, work to shape the international cyber security environment in Canada’s favour. 3 of 35 • NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY STRATEGY