Privacy and Access Council of Canada
THE voice for privacy AND access
The overarching theme of this year's Summit is Governance ni the Digital Age: Unlcoking Public Value Through Data. Building a Future-Ready Government with AI, Data, Digital Tools and Skills will focus on cultivating the skills and knowledge necessary for individuals working at the intersection of government, technology, and open data to thrive in a rapidly […]
We're looking forward to welcoming you to the 2026 edition of the Privacy & Data Governance Congress on March 18, 2026 at the University of Ottawa where you'll be able to: Explore the crossroads of privacy, access, governance, compliance, law, and technology and how they matter to you, your career, and your organization. Enjoy three […]
Canadians who celebrated when Bill C-2 was halted were pleased at government assurances that its replacement would be an improvement. Bill C-22 is that replacement — that provides ‘lawful access’ and establishes a surveillance infrastructure that could affect Canadians in surprising ways. Join Natalie Campbell, Senior Director, North American Government and Regulatory Affairs with the Internet Society, and Matt […]
The 14th edition of the world’s leading summit on human rights in the digital age, will take place in Lusaka, Zambia and online, from Tuesday, May 5 to Friday, May 8, 2026
Guest Dr. Will Dobud, senior lecturer at Charles Sturt University (Australia), will explore what happens when policymakers turn children’s well-being into moral currency, dissent is portrayed as irresponsible, and how we can remain evidence-based in our decisions about social media and smartphones. Learn about the research and statistics that have been used to argue in […]
