Privacy pulse: New Ontario OIPC guidance, privilege in data breach investigations and further developments in state privacy law
The Siskinds Privacy, Cyber and Data Governance team is focused on providing businesses and professionals with monthly updates on technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence (A.I.) laws in both the U.S. and Canada. Before diving into this month’s update, I’m pleased to menti…
View the post titled Privacy pulse: New Ontario OIPC guidance, privilege in data breach investigations and further developments in state privacy lawPrivacy pulse: AI arms race, TikTok restrictions, and U.S. legislative developments
Last month, the Siskinds Privacy, Cyber and Data Governance team introduced our Privacy Pulse series, focused on providing businesses and professionals with monthly updates on the world of technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence laws in both the U.S. and Canada. April has been busy,…
View the post titled Privacy pulse: AI arms race, TikTok restrictions, and U.S. legislative developmentsPrivacy pulse: A series on data governance
As a business owner or professional, you may be experiencing challenges navigating privacy laws throughout various jurisdictions, protecting personal and confidential information, and understanding the risks associated with non-compliance. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional in C…
View the post titled Privacy pulse: A series on data governanceCanadian private equity funds face hidden risks when taking on non-resident investors
Private equity funds and limited partnerships Private equity funds almost always operate as limited partnerships (LPs). The LP structure is simple but effective: The fund manager, usually a corporation, manages the business as the general partner and assumes unlimited liability. The investor…
View the post titled Canadian private equity funds face hidden risks when taking on non-resident investorsCan minors sign shareholder agreements in Canada?
A shareholder agreement is a document that generally sets out the rights, privileges, and obligations of a company’s shareholders and the foundation for how a corporation will be established, managed, and run. As such, shareholder agreements are important to both the shareholders of a corpor…
View the post titled Can minors sign shareholder agreements in Canada?Navigating the mergers and acquisitions landscape: The role of due diligence
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) represent a strategic approach for companies looking to grow, diversify, or streamline their operations. However, the success of these transactions hinges on a comprehensive understanding of the target company’s financial, operational, and legal land…
View the post titled Navigating the mergers and acquisitions landscape: The role of due diligenceOntario’s new Consumer Protection Act prompts businesses to revisit contracts for compliance
In the last month of 2023, Ontario’s Bill 142, Better for Consumers, Better for Businesses Act, 2023 received Royal Assent, which repeals the Consumer Protection Act, 2002 and replaces it with the new Consumer Protection Act, 2023 (“CPA 2023”). Notably, although the Bill was passed, CPA 2023…
View the post titled Ontario’s new Consumer Protection Act prompts businesses to revisit contracts for complianceAI-related services agreements and IP: Opportunity and uncertainty for service providers
Generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) made a major pop-culture splash earlier this year with the explosion of Chat-GPT. The capabilities of these AI tools to generate content such as text, images, music, and code, is now widely recognized and many startup businesses are offering services…
View the post titled AI-related services agreements and IP: Opportunity and uncertainty for service providersNavigating minor’s share ownership in OBCA corporations: Exceptions, risks, and mitigation strategies
The Ontario Business Corporations Act (OBCA) serves as the regulatory backbone for the establishment and operation of corporations in Ontario. However, can a minor hold shares in an OBCA corporation? What if a parent wants to pass on shares to their child? And if so, what risks come with thi…
View the post titled Navigating minor’s share ownership in OBCA corporations: Exceptions, risks, and mitigation strategiesProposed changes to the Competition Act could affect your business
On September 21, 2023, Bill C-56—also known as the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act—received its first reading in the House of Commons. The Bill proposes several changes to Canada’s Competition Act. One such change is a significant expansion of the government’s power to conduct inquiries…
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