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 Here in the North

Northern Canada isn’t just remote — it’s vulnerable. Harsh weather, limited infrastructure, isolated communities, and critical service dependencies all increase the risk of a cyber event becoming a full-blown crisis. Unlike larger cities, there’s no bench of local specialists or quick access to replacement systems. And yet:

  • In 2019, the Government of Nunavut was hit with a ransomware attack that paralyzed 25 communities, affecting 5,500 devices and 800 servers. (Microsoft Case Study)
  • In 2023, Qulliq Energy Corporation — Nunavut’s sole power provider — experienced a breach disrupting billing and customer service systems. (TechNewsDay)
  • In 2023, the Government of the Northwest Territories spent over $716,000 responding to a cyber incident — details still undisclosed. (Cabin Radio)
  • In 2025, a breach of the PowerSchool cloud provider exposed education data across NWT schools. (GNWT)
  • The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security warns of state-sponsored cyber espionage targeting governments and vendors across all three territories. (Cyber.gc.ca)

These aren’t big-city problems. They’re happening here — to our communities, utilities, and businesses.

Why DIY or “Good Enough” IT Leaves You Exposed in the North

Many northern businesses either handle IT internally, rely on a part-time consultant, or “get by” with generic southern-based support. But that won’t cut it anymore:

  • Delayed response times: In the North, waiting days for help can mean costly downtime.
  • No built-in cybersecurity: Most setups are reactive — not equipped to detect or contain real threats.
  • One person can’t do it all: Even skilled staff can’t match the resources of a full cybersecurity team.
  • Missed compliance requirements: Mining, law, healthcare, and finance have unique regulations — and they’re easy to overlook without the right partner.
  • Hidden vendor risk: Many attacks now come through software vendors, contractors, or unmanaged devices.

CasCom fills the gap with a model designed for the North — not patched in after the fact.

What Makes CasCom Different

We aren’t just an IT helpdesk. We’re a cybersecurity-first managed department built for regulated, high-stakes environments — and we’re based here in the North.

1. Cybersecurity Is Built-In — Not an Add-On

We include endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, log monitoring, MFA, and incident planning in every client plan. No nickel-and-diming.

2. Designed for Remote & Harsh Environments

From power instability to satellite connectivity, we design systems that account for the realities of Nunavut and NWT operations.

3. Vendor & Supply-Chain Risk Management

We don’t just secure your network — we monitor third-party risks that could compromise your business.

4. Support for High-Stakes Sectors

CasCom serves mining, healthcare, legal, and finance clients — industries where downtime isn’t just annoying, it’s dangerous or even illegal.

5. Incident Response Ready for the North

We help you prepare, contain, and recover — even if internet is down or physical access is delayed.

6. Threat Intelligence Focused on the Territories

We track cyber campaigns targeting Northern communities, Indigenous governance, critical infrastructure, and remote providers — and adjust defenses accordingly.

Is Your Business a Target?

Yes — if you operate in the North, your business is already in the threat zone.

  • You rely on internet-based tools or cloud apps
  • You have staff accessing systems remotely
  • You work with vendors, contractors, or third parties
  • You handle sensitive data — client, health, legal, or financial
  • You’re in a regulated industry like mining, healthcare, finance, or law
  • You’re based in or serving NWT, Nunavut, or Northern communities

You don’t need to be big to be targeted. You just need to be vulnerable — and attackers are counting on that.

What You Can Do Today

  1. Enable MFA on all systems and cloud apps — it’s the #1 priority for Canadian cyber defence.
  2. Audit third-party access to your systems, apps, and networks.
  3. Create a basic incident plan — who does what if your systems go dark?
  4. Start monitoring your logs — you can’t fix what you can’t see.
  5. Book a Cyber Posture Review with CasCom — no cost, no pressure.

CasCom: The Cybersecurity Partner for the North

  • Northern focused — We live and work here, and we understand the unique risks.
  • Cybersecurity-first — Every client gets security by design, not as an afterthought.
  • Trusted by regulated industries — We handle high-stakes environments where failure is not an option.
  • Clear, plainspoken support — No jargon, no BS — just straight answers and real protection.

Schedule Your Free Cyber Review Today