Nonprofit IT Blog

Practical cybersecurity and compliance guides for Canadian nonprofit organizations — written by the team at Group 4 Networks.

Compliance · January 15, 2026

PIPEDA Compliance Guide for Canadian Charities 2026

Everything Canadian nonprofits need to know about PIPEDA compliance in 2026. Donor data protection, breach notification, and privacy obligations for registered charities.

Microsoft 365 · January 28, 2026

How to Get Free Microsoft 365 Licenses for Your Canadian Nonprofit

Microsoft offers free and discounted Microsoft 365 licenses to eligible Canadian charities. Learn how to apply, what you get, and how to set it up correctly.

Cybersecurity · February 10, 2026

Cybersecurity Checklist for Canadian Nonprofits 2026

A practical cybersecurity checklist for Canadian charities and nonprofits. Cover the essentials to protect donor data, meet PIPEDA requirements, and qualify for cyber insurance.

Compliance · February 24, 2026

Protecting Donor Data: What Every Canadian Charity Needs to Know

Canadian charities have legal and ethical obligations to protect donor data. Learn what PIPEDA requires, what donors expect, and the practical steps to keep their information safe.

Security Awareness · March 10, 2026

Why Standard Security Training Fails Nonprofits — And What Works Instead

High volunteer and staff turnover makes traditional annual security training ineffective for nonprofits. Here's what Canadian charities should do instead to protect donor data.