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…
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Understanding privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and their importance for your business
In the ever-evolving data privacy landscape, businesses must stay ahead of the curve to protect themselves and their customers. One crucial tool that can help you navigate this complex terrain is a privacy impact assessment, or PIA. What is a privacy impact assessment (PIA)? Privacy impact a…
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Understanding data protection agreements: Key concepts and benefits
Data protection agreements – specifically, what are they, and as a business, should I have them? Three types of data Generally, your business signs data protection agreements with third-parties when you are providing important data to them. Here, data is referred to as one of three typ…
View the post titled Understanding data protection agreements: Key concepts and benefitsMy business suffered a ransomware attack. Should I pay?
Ransomware attacks have become an increasingly common threat for businesses of all sizes, and it is essential for your business to have a plan in place for how to respond if your organization is ever targeted. During the ransomware attack, among the most critical decisions that your business…
View the post titled My business suffered a ransomware attack. Should I pay?Consequences of medical record snooping
“Snooping” is when someone accesses personal health information without the proper authorisation. Snooping is included in the offences set out in the Personal Health Information Protection Act (“PHIPA”). Snooping continues to be a live issue in the field of digital health. In light of this,…
View the post titled Consequences of medical record snoopingAre we there yet? Solidifying the U.S. – E.U. privacy landscape with President Biden’s new Executive Order
On October 7, 2022, President Biden signed an Executive Order (“E.O.”) on Enhancing Safeguards for United States Signals Intelligence Activities. Businesses might be wondering: What, if anything, does this mean for me? Quite simply, if your business transfers personal information from one co…
View the post titled Are we there yet? Solidifying the U.S. – E.U. privacy landscape with President Biden’s new Executive OrderReminder to employers: electronic monitoring policies must be in place by October 11, 2022
Early in the pandemic, several employers were caught secretly watching unsuspecting employees working from home through their computer’s camera. Although these employers did this covert surveillance to ensure their employees were working, the surveillance was problematic, both from an employ…
View the post titled Reminder to employers: electronic monitoring policies must be in place by October 11, 2022Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA) and potential new obligations for businesses
Businesses that previously had few obligations under Canadian privacy law may become significantly impacted by new federal legislation. Bill C-27, introduced on June 16, 2022, seeks to modernize Canada’s now 22-year-old Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) wi…
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