In an attempt to drive down soaring auto insurance rates, the Alberta Government recently introduced Bill 41 to modernize the Insurance Act. On its surface, Bill 41 is a valiant effort to provide some relief from high auto insurance rates (although the Bill does not require cost savings to be passed on to consumers). A quick look under its hood is all it … [Read more...] about The high cost of affordable auto insurance
Surveillance
Commissioners agree with PACC that facial recognition without meaningful consent is problematic
In late July of 2018, an observant shopper at Calgary’s Chinook Centre mall saw an electronic wayfinding directory displaying computer code suggesting that facial recognition technology was being used in the display boards. Days later, PACC asked the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta to investigate and determine … [Read more...] about Commissioners agree with PACC that facial recognition without meaningful consent is problematic
Address by Senator Paula Simons
Remarks at the 2019 Privacy and Data Governance Congress Calgary, Alberta October 23, 2019 Thank you so much. Hello, bonjour and tansi. Delighted to be with you here today on Treaty 7 land, the traditional home of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Stoney-Nakoda, and Tsuut’ina First Nations and the Metis people. Et je suis fière d’être ici avec vous … [Read more...] about Address by Senator Paula Simons
Cybercrime is a Growth Industry
How often have you marveled at a child’s cleverness? They quickly catch on to new concepts — whether how to dress their latest doll, ride a bike, or use their parent’s cellphone or tablet. The newfound skills are acquired and honed at the child’s pace, typically with plenty of encouragement but little guidance. Long before many children are taught about online safety they … [Read more...] about Cybercrime is a Growth Industry
