Privacy and Data Management Privacy and Data Management

Québec’s anonymization requirements one year later: lessons and lingering questions for businesses

We examine key questions that remain one year later regarding the regulation’s scope and application and practical steps to achieve compliance.

AccessPrivacy Monthly Call: Legislative reform and public policy amid global tariff tensions: implications for Canadian privacy, AI and data regulation

The uncertainty triggered by the tariff and trade disputes initiated by the United States has significantly impacted the global economic and...

AccessPrivacy Monthly Call: Quantum Computing: Advances, Risks and Implications for Privacy, Security and Data Ethics

Quantum Computing: Advances, Risks and Implications for Privacy, Security and Data Ethics The United Nations has declared 2025 as the...

Québec’s privacy regulator prohibits retailer’s use of facial recognition for loss prevention

On February 18, 2025, the Commission d’accès à l’information du Québec (the CAI) issued a decision prohibiting a major grocery and pharmacy...

The emerging role of open source in advancing AI adoption

Open source significantly contributes to influencing the future of AI by shaping innovation, regulatory discussion and governance.

Honouring Canadian privacy trailblazers on International Women’s Day

In honour of International Women’s Day, we take the opportunity to reflect on the achievements of women who have shaped the field of privacy in...

A practical approach to enhancing cybersecurity trust: standards and validation programs for SMEs

As cybersecurity threats become more prevalent, the need to implement cybersecurity controls based on accessible, pragmatic and achievable standards...

Québec privacy commissioner continues to set high bar for biometric data processing: lessons for businesses

Québec privacy regulators continue enforcement action against companies that use facial recognition and other biometric identification technologies.

M&A transactions involving AI companies: representations and warranties

Companies that develop AI technologies have become highly attractive acquisition targets.