by NOCCCD on May 7, 2026
Update 12:28 p.m., May 8, 2026:
NOCCCD Alert: Canvas is back online. Please access Canvas through our official login page at https://mg.nocccd.edu/ or noce.edu/mygateway. Do not enter your username or password on any Canvas page that does not redirect you through NOCCCD’s official MyGateway login page that requires multi-factor authentication.
Update 11:25 a.m., May 8, 2026:
We are aware that Canvas services are currently showing as available. At this time, our teams continue to work closely with system partners and cybersecurity officials to ensure that access can be restored safely and securely. Our current target is to bring Canvas back online by the end of the day today, Friday, May 8, 2026, provided there are no additional concerns identified. We are following guidance from the state chancellor’s office.
Importantly, at this time, we have no indication of any loss of data.
Once Canvas access is restored, users should log in through myGateway and utilize Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to help ensure safe and secure access to District systems.
As always, please remain vigilant with cybersecurity best practices:
- Do not click on links you are unfamiliar with.
- Be cautious when opening files or attachments you were not expecting.
- Report suspicious emails or activity through the appropriate campus channels.
We understand the disruption this situation has caused and appreciate your patience and flexibility as we proceed carefully and responsibly. We will continue to keep the campus community updated as additional information becomes available.We will send a communication once Canvas has been restored.
Update 3:34 p.m., May 7, 2026:
Canvas is currently inaccessible. DO NOT attempt to log into Canvas until further notice. If you navigated to the Canvas site and were met with an option to download a file, DO NOT download or open the file. We are actively monitoring updates and will send more information when it becomes available.
Original Post:
The Canvas learning management system is currently offline as of approximately 1:30 p.m. on May 7, 2026. We believe the outage is a result of Instructure, Canvas’ parent organization, taking the LMS down as the result of a continuing cyber incident. At this moment, NOCCCD systems are not experiencing a cyber incident.
We encourage everyone to stay alert online. Phishing and scams often spike after a data breach. The bad actor’s goal is usually to trick you into giving up passwords, clicking malicious links, or sending money. Here’s how to spot and avoid them:
Phishing & Scam Safety (Quick Guide)
- Don’t trust urgency
Messages pushing “act now” or threatening consequences are often scams. - Avoid clicking links
Go directly to official websites instead of using email/text links. Check URLs for subtle misspellings. - Verify the sender
Look at the actual email address—not just the name. Be wary of non-official domains and misspelled company names. - Never share sensitive info
No legitimate source will ask for passwords, MFA codes, or full personal data via email/text. - Be cautious of offers
“Too good to be true” jobs, scholarships, or requests involving money (especially gift cards) are common scams. - Don’t open unexpected attachments
Don’t be so quick to open files like .zip, .exe, or unusual documents without verifying the authenticity of the trusted sender. - Double-check requests
Confirm through a trusted channel (official website, phone, or known contact). - Use MFA
Use multifactor authentication whenever possible.
This situation is evolving and we will share more information as we become aware. Updates may be shared via email, on myGateway, and/or on campus platforms such as the website, RAVE alert, and social media alerts.