Convention 108+ is the only legal standard framework capable of facilitating digital sovereignty, thanks to its transnational scope. Canada was instrumental in developing the global treaty, which is yet to be ratified. Join Peter Kimpian, Secretary to the Council of Europe Committee of Convention 108, and Mark Lizar, executive director of the Digital … [Read more...] about Wisdom Wednesday Webinar: Convention 108+ and Digital Transparency
Legislation
The People’s Consultation on AI
Artificial Intelligence technologies are being embedded into every aspect of how we live our lives in Canada — from educating our children, to communicating with family, friends, and healthcare providers, to dealing with our governments. Since 2017, Canada has invested tens of millions of dollars to “translate research in artificial intelligence into commercial … [Read more...] about The People’s Consultation on AI
Wisdom Wednesday Webinar: Thoughtful Privacy
AI is increasingly used to detect, discern, and shape our emotions, it's important to understand whether mental privacy is a ‘core attribute’ of freedom of thought, and what are the ethical, legal, social, and inherent principles that safeguard an individual’s cognitive and mental domain. Join special guest Milad Khani as he unpacks this new and complex area of law, … [Read more...] about Wisdom Wednesday Webinar: Thoughtful Privacy
Wisdom Wednesday Webinar: Beyond the CBDC Hype
In Canada, the UK and many other countries, governments have been exploring the use of Central Bank Digital Currencies — CBDCs. Like so many things digital, CBDCs are promoted as necessary to control fraud and criminal transactions, and for convenience. Judith Ratcliffe has written the book on CBDCs — and joins us from the UK to explain what lies beyond the hype, what … [Read more...] about Wisdom Wednesday Webinar: Beyond the CBDC Hype
Combination of legislative bills strips away Canadians’ rights
The Orwellian hellscape described in the classic book Nineteen Eighty-Four is being put in place in Canada in the form of three pieces of legislation currently making their way through the House of Commons. There is far too little public attention being given to the federal government’s attempted power grab that will alter Canadians’ rights and freedom. The Carney government is … [Read more...] about Combination of legislative bills strips away Canadians’ rights
Privacy and Data Governance Congress 2026
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 full days of learning and … [Read more...] about Privacy and Data Governance Congress 2026
