5 October 2026
Moodle 5.3: Built for Learning | What’s New
Moodle LMS 5.3 has arrived! Read the newest features and improvements educators can expect in the latest Long-Term Support (LTS) release. [...]Read More... from Blog
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1 October 2026
Keeping My Moodle Data Secure: A Closer Look at Security
Today, we answer some frequently asked questions about security for your Moodle data and what you can do to ensure that your learning environments stay available and well-protected from security...
21 September 2026
Moodle with Catalyst: The best move for your LMS
When it comes to your LMS, not having a choice - or being “locked in” - can cost you a lot more than you think. Discover why Moodle with Catalyst...
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1 October 2026
Keeping My Moodle Data Secure: A Closer Look at Security
Today, we answer some frequently asked questions about security for your Moodle data and what you can do to ensure that your learning environments stay available and well-protected from security risks. [...]Read More... from Keeping...
22 October 2025
How to strengthen your password security
Passwords remain the most widely used authentication solution for verifying a user’s identity, yet they can also be cybersecurity risks. Learn how you can strengthen your password security. [...]Read More... from How to strengthen...
15 October 2025
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Explained
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a vital second layer of defence against password-based attacks, as it makes stealing users credentials so much harder. Learn why it's important for your organisation's cyber security measures. [...]Read...
EdTech Solutions
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21 September 2026
Moodle with Catalyst: The best move for your LMS
When it comes to your LMS, not having a choice - or being “locked in” - can cost you a lot more than you think. Discover why Moodle with Catalyst is the best choice for...
9 September 2026
Gamification in Learning
Gamification is not about turning your course into a video game. When done well, this strategy can provide great benefits to learning, whether in the classroom, or in the workplace. [...]Read More... from Gamification in...
16 December 2025
Getting Started with Auditing your Moodle LMS
Conducting a “sweep” (or audit) of your Moodle sites is an important activity for your LMS. Not only does it make your LMS easy to access for your students and learners when the new year...
Open Source and Innovation
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5 August 2026
The Truth About Open Source LMS: 6 Common Moodle Myths Debunked
As the LMS market becomes more saturated, proprietary software providers are making false claims about open source technologies to win new customers. In this blog, we discuss some of the common misconceptions about open source...
25 August 2025
6 tips for choosing the best LMS for your business
A look at some of the most important considerations that our clients have deliberated when looking to improve their enterprise LMS platforms. [...]Read More... from 6 tips for choosing the best LMS for your business
4 June 2025
What is open source software?
What is open source software and how does it work? Learn about open source technology, the differences between open source and closed source software, and why companies prefer to work with open source. [...]Read More......
Moodle
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5 October 2026
Moodle 5.3: Built for Learning | What’s New
Moodle LMS 5.3 has arrived! Read the newest features and improvements educators can expect in the latest Long-Term Support (LTS) release. [...]Read More... from Moodle 5.3: Built for Learning | What’s New
21 September 2026
Moodle with Catalyst: The best move for your LMS
When it comes to your LMS, not having a choice - or being “locked in” - can cost you a lot more than you think. Discover why Moodle with Catalyst is the best choice for...
5 August 2026
The Truth About Open Source LMS: 6 Common Moodle Myths Debunked
As the LMS market becomes more saturated, proprietary software providers are making false claims about open source technologies to win new customers. In this blog, we discuss some of the common misconceptions about open source...
Our Team
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17 June 2026
Catalyst IT Canada Turns 5!
Certified Moodle Premium Partner Catalyst IT Canada celebrates 5 years of working in partnership with Moodle. [...]Read More... from Catalyst IT Canada Turns 5!
22 September 2025
Catalyst IT is the 2025 Community Contributor of the Year
Catalyst IT is proud to be recognised as the Community Contributor of the Year 2025 and Partner of the Year (APAC) at the annual Moodle Partner Awards. [...]Read More... from Catalyst IT is the 2025...
18 June 2025
Catalyst IT hosts MoodleMoot Canada 2025
Catalyst IT Canada was thrilled to bring together the Moodle community again for two days of learning and sharing about the future of education, workplace learning, and learning within and beyond the classroom. Read more...
