Ontario Government Proposes Legislation to Address Cybersecurity Risks in Resource Sectors

The Ontario government has announced new legislation called the Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act. According to the province, the Act is designed to increase protections against foreign interference in Ontario’s critical minerals and energy sectors.

The Ontario government stated that the proposed legislation addresses cybersecurity risks and foreign threats that target sectors such as mining and energy. The government referred to global events and cyber incidents as reasons for developing the Act.

Information released by the government indicates that the Act would provide new measures and authority for responding to cyber risks affecting these sectors. The government described critical minerals and energy industries as important to the province’s interests.

No specific mentions were made regarding Clarington or surrounding areas in the government’s announcement. All details and claims are attributed to information provided by the Ontario government.