SMB sector

Cybersecurity for SMBs in Quebec
Protection that is accessible and effective

Quebec SMBs face ransomware, phishing, and compromised-account risks. Protect your business with controls tailored to your operating context.

✓ Scope-based assessment • ✓ No long-term commitment required • ✓ French support available

Why SMBs need cybersecurity

Small businesses are prime targets because they are seen as vulnerable

Limited IT budget

Affordable solutions matched to SMB finances with measurable ROI

No in-house expert

Access to a cybersecurity team without full-time hiring

Mandatory compliance

Guaranteed Law 25 compliance to avoid fines and lawsuits

Business continuity

Protection against costly business interruptions

Top threats for SMBs

Understand the specific risks your business faces

Ransomware

Critical

Complete operational paralysis, data loss, ransom demand

71% of SMBs hit by ransomware must temporarily close operations

Concrete examples:

  • Encryption of all files and backups
  • Ransom demand from $50,000 to $500,000
  • Loss of customer and partner trust
  • Operations halted for weeks

Phishing & Social Engineering

High

Credential theft, financial fraud, unauthorized access

82% of SMB breaches involve human error or phishing

Concrete examples:

  • Fake invoices from usual suppliers
  • Phishing emails imitating your bank
  • Urgent wire transfer requests
  • Fake calls from “Microsoft support”

Lack of IT resources

High

Unpatched vulnerabilities, obsolete systems, no monitoring

68% of SMBs have no staff dedicated to security

Concrete examples:

  • Software not updated for months
  • No intrusion monitoring
  • No incident response plan
  • Weak, shared passwords

Law 25 non-compliance

Medium

Fines up to $25M, civil lawsuits, reputation loss

Only 32% of Quebec SMBs are fully compliant with Law 25

Concrete examples:

  • No consent for data collection
  • No data protection officer
  • No privacy incident log
  • Personal data not secured

Solutions tailored to SMBs

Comprehensive, affordable protection designed for small business reality

Most popular(Forfait le plus populaire, recommandé)

Essential SMB Protection

No commitment

$997/month

Full cybersecurity package for small businesses

  • 24/7 SOC monitoring of your systems
  • Professional EDR antivirus on all endpoints
  • Tested daily automated backups
  • Employee anti-phishing training
  • Priority technical support

vCISO for SMBs

4-8h/week

Recommended
$1,997/month

Part-time virtual security leader for your company

  • Tailored security strategy
  • Guaranteed Law 25 compliance
  • Audit and certification management
  • Ongoing IT team training
  • 24/7 incident response

SMB Security Audit

1-2 weeks

$2,497

Complete assessment of your risks and vulnerabilities

  • Analysis of all systems and applications
  • Network security testing
  • Full Law 25 compliance audit
  • Detailed report with prioritized action plan
  • Findings presentation session

Protect your SMB today

Start with a scoped security assessment and receive a practical action plan adapted to your business.

✓ Scope-based assessment • ✓ No long-term commitment required • ✓ French support available

SMB Cybersecurity: Frequently asked questions

Detailed answers to the most common questions from small and medium businesses in Quebec

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