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Mr. Speaker, as Canada’s digital landscape continues to evolve, so too do the threats to critical infrastructure, government services, and personal information. Meeting these challenges requires a united approach. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and our collective efforts are key to building a more secure future.

On September 22 and 23, I had the honour of joining my colleagues at the Federal, Provincial, Territorial Ministers’ Symposium on Digital Trust and Cyber Security in Kananaskis, Alberta.  At this forum, we collectively recognized the increasing complexity of cyber threats and the urgent need for coordinated action. Together, all participating jurisdictions signed the Canadian Cybersecurity Collaboration Agreement, a landmark commitment to work together to protect Canadians and the information systems we rely on to deliver public services.

This agreement enables governments to share real-time threat intelligence, cybersecurity tools, and technical expertise. It also establishes mechanisms for mutual assistance and joint response to cyber incidents, helping each other prevent and mitigate the impact of cyberattacks on our critical infrastructure.

Mr. Speaker, this agreement is more than a document, rather, it is a foundation for a pan-Canadian cybersecurity community. It reflects our shared commitment to safeguarding public services, supporting innovation, and ensuring the resilience of our systems and services, in the face of evolving threats.

For the Northwest Territories, this collaboration is especially important. Our unique geographic, infrastructure and resource challenges require greater collaboration, and through this agreement, we gain access to national expertise and resources that strengthen our local capacity.

I am proud that the Northwest Territories is a full signatory to this agreement. We will continue to work with our partners to build a secure, inclusive, and resilient digital future for all residents of the Northwest Territories.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.