In the half-century since privacy and access laws were enacted in Canada, the challenge of how to identify well‑qualified candidates for data protection and compliance roles has persisteduntil now Innovative technologies, new laws, and consumer expectations have increased the demand for data protection professionals who are competent to protect personal privacy and … [Read more...] about PACC welcomes new National Standard of Competency for Privacy and Access Professionals
Professional Development
Setting the Standard for Privacy and Access Professionals
Mounting calls for an overhaul to privacy and data protection regimes around the world have some countries enacting new online rights for citizens, while others are embarking on needed changes.New privacy laws affecting Canadian organizations and individuals — and heightened concern among Canadians about their privacy and access rights and responsibilities — has increased the … [Read more...] about Setting the Standard for Privacy and Access Professionals
PACC Announces Partnership with the CIO Strategy Council
The Privacy and Access Council of Canada (PACC) and the CIO Strategy Council (CIOSC) today announced a new partnership to help advance privacy protections, access to information, and data governance research, standards and professional certification in Canada. “Our rapidly shifting, global economy — one that is increasingly leveraging big data and artificial intelligence — … [Read more...] about PACC Announces Partnership with the CIO Strategy Council
Information-stealing scams are enough to make you sick
News about the number of people afflicted by COVID-19 has spawned an epidemic of campaigns using the outbreak as a lure to steal sensitive and personal information. Now that the World Health Organization has characterized COVID-19 as a global pandemic, scam artists are having a field day. Wondering where the latest cases are? Don’t click on the links in this map, which … [Read more...] about Information-stealing scams are enough to make you sick
Confirmation Bust
A recent call to a client’s managed services provider was a refreshingly pleasant experience. The agent was polite, helpful, and knowledgeable. After explaining the reason for my call and identifying the client company, the agent greeted me by name and asked me to confirm if that’s who he was speaking with. Once he had confirmation, the agent gave me the setup details, … [Read more...] about Confirmation Bust
10th Annual Law of Policing Conference
The Privacy and Access Council of Canada is pleased to share this information and special offer on behalf of our partner, the 10th Annual Law of Policing Conference — May 1 - 2, 2019 | DoubleTree by Hilton | Toronto, ONPACC Members Save 10%*Off the Cost of Registration. Join The Canadian Institute’s 10th Annual Law of Policing Conference being held … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Law of Policing Conference