Program Chairs
Sylvia Klasovec (Kingsmill), BA, LLB
vCPO, Qohash, Founder & Principal Advisor, Trusteva Consulting and Senior Fellow, Future of Privacy Forum
Matt Saunders
Cybersecurity Lawyer, Breach Coach, AI Risk Manager & Geopolitical Advisor
The future of privacy and cybersecurity in Canada is taking shape. Be prepared – get the insights you need to navigate what’s next.
As the landscape of privacy, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence in Canada continues to shift, organizations are under increasing pressure to manage risk and meet evolving legal obligations. To respond effectively, professionals in this space need to understand what matters most right now – and what lies ahead.
In one intensive day – either in-person or online – this annual update will deliver the practical knowledge you need to stay up to date and ahead of the curve. Our expert faculty will break down current and emerging issues shaping privacy, cybersecurity and AI in Canada, and help you connect legal developments with real-world implications for organizations.
Can’t Make the Date? Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Gain critical insights on timely topics, including:
Understanding Agentic AI: opportunities, risks and practical considerations
Privacy Enhancing Technologies and the evolution of responsible data use
Managing AI-related risk and liability
Lawful access in Canada: what Bill C-22 means for organizations
Understanding foreign interference: threats and responses under Canadian law
Indigenous Data Sovereignty and the impact of emerging technologies
Cross-Canada update: what’s new and what’s next in privacy, cybersecurity and AI?
Who Should Attend
Lawyers advising on or interested in privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence
Government and regulatory counsel or representatives
Privacy, information, security, and technology professionals
Compliance and risk management professionals
Consultants in IT or privacy and cybersecurity professionals in a managerial, executive or director position looking to increase their knowledge of privacy and cybersecurity
Faculty
Program Chairs
Sylvia Klasovec (Kingsmill), BA, LLB
vCPO, Qohash, Founder & Principal Advisor, Trusteva Consulting and Senior Fellow, Future of Privacy Forum
Matt Saunders
Cybersecurity Lawyer, Breach Coach, AI Risk Manager & Geopolitical Advisor
Paul Huddleston
Senior Vice President, IT, Gateway Services Inc.
“Great content, very informed presenters.”
Agenda
Welcome and Introductory Remarks (9:00 a.m ET)
Cross-Canada Update: Privacy, Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (9:10 a.m ET)
The Evolution and Future of Privacy Enhancing Technologies (10:00 a.m. ET)
Break (10:45 a.m. ET)
Agentic AI and Its Implications for Privacy and Cybersecurity (11:00 a.m. ET)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. ET)
Lawful Access in Transition: Navigating the Path Ahead (1:00 p.m. ET)
Managing AI Risk and Liability (2:00 p.m. ET)
Break (2:45 p.m. ET)
Indigenous Data Sovereignty and the Impact of Emerging Technologies (3:00 p.m. ET)
Understanding Foreign Interference in the Digital Age (3:45 p.m. ET)
Program Ends (4:30 p.m. ET)
Register
Dec 2, 2026
Jan 27, 2027
$895 + TAX
Time
9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m (ET)
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Sophia Alleyne
Manager, Privacy and ATIP, Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA)
“Excellent break down of privacy from various experts.”
CPD and Accreditation
Please Note
The hours below are for the 2025 iteration of the program and should be used as an estimate only. Confirmed hours will be available soon.
OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.
| Substantive | 5h 15m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 1h |
| EDI | 15m |
| Total | 6h 30m |
| Substantive | 5h 15m |
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| Professionalism | 1h |
| EDI | 15m |
| Total | 6h 30m |
| Substantive | 5h 15m |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 1h |
| EDI | 15m |
| Total | 6h 30m |
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