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Bill C-16: updates to Canada’s federal child sexual abuse and exploitation material reporting regime

The bill proposes criminal law reforms including changes to child sexual abuse and exploitation material reporting obligations for online services.

10 Privacy Trends of 2025

For privacy professionals, the 10 privacy trends of 2025 show a steady rise in regulatory expectations.

Data sovereignty: looking to the past as Canada decides how to move forward

As Canada prepares to unveil its long-awaited national AI strategy in 2026, data sovereignty is emerging as a defining priority.

Canada’s 2026 privacy priorities: data sovereignty, open banking and AI

Legislative reform, government policy, industry standards, and regulatory oversight will have a role to play in shaping privacy and data management...

The rise of the machines: agentic AI

The rise of LLMs and the innovation they unlock means 2026 will be the year of agentic AI.

The privacy officer’s changing role in the age of innovation and AI

The privacy officer's role has evolved from compliance to being a strategic partner in innovation and governance.

Cybersecurity and privacy: key takeaways from our second annual conference

In October, Osler’s Montréal office hosted the firm’s second annual Privacy Conference, organized by the Privacy and Data Management team.

AI in the workplace: what employers in Ontario need to know

Ontario has begun to take incremental steps towards regulating how AI ius used in the workplace.

Data sovereignty in light of the CLOUD Act: back to the future?

Ottawa and provincial governments across the country are facing demands for Canadians’ data to be protected.

Is your business ready for AI governance?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to make radical strides, and is reshaping the global business landscape. With the rapid adoption of...