Cybercrime has officially gone corporate. What used to require deep technical skill and underground cred is now available as a monthly subscription. This new threat model — Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) — is shifting the entire risk landscape for organizations across Northern Canada. If you operate in mining, law, finance, or healthcare, the stakes are higher than […]
Mining is no longer just rock and iron. It’s data, connectivity, and digital risk. At YKGeoscience 2025, one truth stood out: cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s operational safety. The mining and exploration sector is evolving fast. Automation, remote operations, and real-time data flow are now table stakes—but they come with risk. Cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure […]
You don’t need a big budget to protect your business from cyber threats and tech headaches. You just need the right support. Whether you’re in Yellowknife, Iqaluit, or somewhere in between, CasCom helps small businesses stay secure, connected, and running—without draining the bank account. Cyber Criminals Don’t Care How Big You Are If you think […]
In the vast expanse of Canada’s North — from Yellowknife through the Northwest Territories to Nunavut’s remote communities — digital risks are real and escalating. When critical infrastructure and small businesses face cyberthreats, your technology partner must do more than keep the lights on. CasCom is your northern-focused cybersecurity partner. The Cyber Threat Is Already […]
The New Password Strategy: Long, Strong, and Not About You For years, the rule was clear: add symbols, numbers, and capital letters. The result? Passwords no one can remember and plenty of Post-it notes. We need a better way. The answer starts with length, then adds light complexity that’s easy to handle and hard to […]
In emergency response, communication is everything. Whether it’s coordinating a multi-agency fire response or dispatching EMS units to remote communities, reliable connectivity can mean the difference between chaos and control. That’s where CasCom comes in—helping Northern first responders stay connected, informed, and protected with technology designed for real-world conditions. Reliable Communications for Critical Moments CasCom […]
This fall, researchers uncovered something that should make every government, resource, and environmental agency rethink what it means to be “secure.” Chinese state-sponsored hackers remained inside a widely used ArcGIS mapping system for more than a year—without anyone noticing. ArcGIS, often used in land management, mining, and environmental work, became the entry point. Here’s the […]
Reliable IT, Cybersecurity & Connectivity for Every Tourism Business in the NWT Whether you’re managing a hotel in Yellowknife, running a fly-in fishing lodge, or guiding remote expeditions deep into the backcountry, technology should be your safety net—not a source of stress. CasCom keeps Northern tourism operators connected, protected, and prepared, so you can focus […]
CasCom is proud to announce a new partnership with Verkada, a recognized leader in physical security and surveillance technology. Starting today, CasCom clients will have direct access to Verkada’s full suite of integrated security tools designed to protect people, property, and assets in real time. Verkada offers enterprise-grade solutions including smart cameras, door-based access control, environmental sensors, intrusion […]
Reactive IT looks cheaper—until it isn’t. If you’re running a business or managing an organization in the north, whether it’s in downtown Yellowknife, Fort Good Hope, Nunavut, or the Northwest Territories, here’s what that mindset is really costing you. Signs You’re Stuck in Reactive IT If any of these feel familiar, you’re likely in a […]
September 24, 2025 The Canadian government has made it official: Hikvision cameras and support are effectively banned in Canada. The Federal Court has dismissed Hikvision Canada’s motion to delay the government’s shutdown order, forcing the company to suspend its operations nationwide. This decision has left many Canadian organizations asking the same question: what does this […]
People often ask what CasCom does. My short answer? We throw nerds out of helicopters. It sounds like a joke. It’s not. It’s a business model. We specialize in deploying and supporting technology infrastructure in places most IT providers won’t go. Remote exploration sites. Fly-in mining camps. Camps with no roads, no towers, and no […]
