12:00 PM

Opening Remarks 

AVI weiss (founder at counselwell)

Welcome to Day 1!

12:15 PM

Privacy Playbook: Mastering Surveillance, Productivity Monitoring, and Employee Privacy in the Modern Workplace

Wilson Chan (Partner at Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP)
Lori Brienza (Partner at Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP)

In today's digital age, the line between the employer's right to monitor and the employee's right to privacy is constantly evolving. This session will delve into the intricacies of employee surveillance, the often-controversial practice of surreptitious recordings (by both the employer and the employee), the protection of personal employee information, and the legal and ethical considerations that shape the modern workplace.

1:15 PM

Break

1:30 PM

Privacy and AI Regulation in Canada: What’s Next?

Molly Reynolds (Partner at Torys LLP)
Nic Wall (Senior Associate, Privacy and Cybersecurity at Torys LLP)

In this session, we'll explore recent updates and trends in privacy and AI law that are key to in-house counsel, with a focus on practical pointers and strategies to help you assess and mitigate risk and reduce friction points for your organization. 

2:30 PM

Break

2:45 PM

Quebec's Law 25 is here: How to Get Ahead

Imran Ahmad (Partner and Head of Technology, Co-Chair Data Protection, Privacy and Cybersecurity at Norton Rose Fulbright)
Roxanne Caron (Associate at Norton Rose Fulbright)

Law 25 came into effect on 22 September 2023 (with the exception of data portability). As businesses prepare for compliance, it's important to understand the changes that will be required to be compliant. Join us for a webinar that will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to help your business comply with Law 25 and protect consumer privacy.

4:00 PM

It's Not Personal: Practical Strategies for Developing a De-Identification Protocol in Your Organization

Carole Piovesan (managing partner at inq law)
Khaled El Emam (SVP + General Manager at Replica Analytics)

In this session, we'll discuss the law on de-identification and provide practical strategies for in-house lawyers and privacy officers to establish effective de-identification protocols. Additionally, we'll review strategies to make a compelling case for investing in de-identification within your organization, highlighting its tangible advantages.

5:00 PM

Closing Remarks

AVI weiss (founder at counselwell)

12:00 PM

Opening Remarks 

AVI weiss (founder at counselwell)

Welcome to Day 2!

12:15 PM

When It Happens: How to Respond to a Data Breach

Christopher DiMatteo (Partner at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP)
Ellie Marshall (Associate at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP)

This session will provide practical advice for organizations responding to data breaches and other cyberattacks, with a focus on minimizing litigation and regulatory risk and ensuring compliance with privacy legislation. It will discuss how organizations can get themselves ready for cyberattacks by implementing cybersecurity incident response plans and then how to put those plans into action if an attack occurs.

1:15 PM

Break

1:30 PM

The Mystery of Cyber and Privacy Insurance: What’s Actually Covered?

Eric S. Charleston (Partner - Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection at BLG)
Marc Vani (Associate at BLG)

You’ve had a ransomware attack or widespread privacy breach. You bought the cyber insurance. Now you need to make a claim. This practical panel will explain how cyber claims are opened, proven and covered. We will share tips on maximizing policy response and several coverage pitfalls that can result in incomplete recovery. You bought the insurance for a reason. Now learn how to use it.

2:30 PM

Closing Remarks

AVI weiss (founder at counselwell)