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
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
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
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
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
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