Data Privacy Law: Risks, Regulations and Compliance

The threats have never been greater, and the risks have never been higher. Data privacy and cybersecurity are paramount concerns for every organization, regardless of whether they operate in the private or public sector. How can organizations best manage data according to the law and optimize processes in the context of shifting multinational legal frameworks? 

The Queen’s Law Data Privacy Law: Risks, Regulations and Compliance Intensive is essential for lawyers and non-legal professionals alike. Cost: $2,500 (see below for information on discounts and bursaries). 

Please note that this program has been postponed until Spring 2026. If you would like to be contacted when registration opens, please write lawprofessionalcertificates@queensu.ca.

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Law Society of Ontario CPD Accreditation:  

  • This program contains 3 hours and 45 minutes of Professionalism Content
  • This program contains 3 hours and 30 minutes of Substantive Content

Develop your knowledge across a spectrum of issues

Over two days, this program covers a wide range of legislative and practical topics:  

  • Foundational principles and terms, and the legislative landscape of privacy and cybersecurity in Canada and internationally.  
  • Growing complexity of data breaches and their impact on organizations: legal and regulatory developments and trends.  
  • Healthcare data privacy as a bellwether and source of best practices in broader data privacy and frameworks
  • Practical examples and insights that illustrate growing challenges and opportunities
  • The intersection of critical infrastructure (essential services) and cybersecurity, and what to expect from the newly proposed Bill C-8
  • The practical application of norms and “soft law” in the absence of firm regulatory frameworks
  • How to integrate and embed privacy in best practices for risk management; operationalizing legal requirements in compliance frameworks  

Got questions about the Data Privacy Law: Risks, Regulations and Compliance Intensive ? Contact us lawprofessionalcertificates@queensu.ca
 


 

Intensive at a glance

Taught by experts

Taught by experts

The program is presented by leading legal practitioners and internationally renowned professionals in the data privacy and cybersecurity industry. 
Virtual Format

Virtual format

The program runs full-time over three days on Zoom. Active participation (camera on) is required in all sessions to be awarded the Certificate.  

open to all learners

Open to all learners

This program is designed to bridge the gap between lawyers and experts in the field, with both groups learning from each other.  

 

 

Who should attend

All learners are welcome to two full days of e-learning sessions, with no prior legal experience required.  

This course is for both non-lawyer professionals and practicing lawyers. Diverse professional backgrounds are represented among our subject-matter experts – and encouraged among our students.  

Fees

The fee for the Data Privacy Law: Risks, Regulations and Compliance Intensive is payable upon acceptance of an offer of admission.  

Are you part of a larger organization, a non-profit or NGO? Contact lawprofessionalcertificates@queensu.ca for details on available discounts and bursaries.  

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