Protecting Your Financial Future in a Digital World

October 21, 2025

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and as your trusted financial planning partner, we want to help you stay safe in today’s increasingly digital world. Cyber threats are evolving rapidly and protecting your personal and financial information is more important than ever.

🔐 Why Cybersecurity Matters

In 2024 alone, Canadians lost millions to online scams, many of which targeted individuals through phishing emails, fake websites, and even AI-generated voice scams. As financial planners, we treat your data with the same care as your investments—and we want you to do the same.

🛡️ 5 Key Ways to Protect Yourself Online

1. Use Strong, Unique Passwords
   Create long passphrases and use a password manager to keep track of them securely.

2. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
   MFA adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts, making it harder for attackers to gain access.

3. Be Wary of Phishing and “Quishing” Scams
   Don’t click on suspicious links or scan QR codes from unknown sources. Always verify before responding.

4. Keep Your Devices and Software Updated
   Regular updates patch vulnerabilities that hackers exploit. Enable automatic updates where possible.

5. Pause Before You Act
   Scammers often create urgency. If you receive a request for money or sensitive info, stop and verify—especially if it seems out of character.

💬 Talk to Us About Cybersecurity

We’re here to help. If you ever receive a suspicious message or have questions about protecting your financial data, reach out. Together, we can build a safer digital future.