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Regulatory updates, OPC enforcement activity, and legislative changes affecting PIPEDA, Alberta PIPA, and BC PIPA obligations for Canadian organizations.
July 14, 2026
WestJet Data Breach: MFA Was Bypassed, Not Broken
WestJet's attacker did not break MFA, they impersonated an employee to bypass it. The real question is how you verify identity.
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June 7, 2026
OPC 2025-26 Business Survey: The Breach Preparedness Gap Canadian Businesses Need to Close
The OPC's 2025-26 survey finds breach incidents up 67% while breach record-keeping dropped, and small businesses lag on every compliance metric.
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May 2, 2026
Alberta POPA: Private Sector Implications
Alberta's POPA applies to public bodies, not private businesses, but its requirements signal exactly where PIPA reform is heading.
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April 17, 2026
OPC Enforcement Trends for Canadian Business
OPC enforcement under PIPEDA is increasing, investigations take longer, breach records are scrutinized, and organizations of any size are targeted.
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