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Chinese Personal Information Protection (CIPP/CN)
Learn compliance with the three major laws (PIPL, CSL, DSL) forming the framework of Chinese privacy.
Artificial Intelligence Governance ProfessionalLearn how to create and implement policies and procedures that make the most of AI’s potential by reducing its risks.
European Data Protection (CIPP/E)Understand Europe’s framework of laws, regulations and policies, most significantly the GDPR.
U.S. Private-Sector Privacy (CIPP/US)Steer a course through the interconnected web of federal and state laws governing U.S. data privacy.
Canadian Privacy (CIPP/C)Learn the intricacies of Canada’s distinctive federal/provincial/territorial data privacy governance systems.
Privacy Program Management (CIPM)Develop the skills to design, build and operate a comprehensive data protection program.
Privacy in Technology (CIPT)Add to your tech knowledge with deep training in privacy-enhancing technologies and how to deploy them.
Foundations of Privacy and Data ProtectionIntroductory training that builds organizations of professionals with working privacy knowledge.
Privacy Law Specialist Training (PLS)
Meet the stringent requirements to earn this American Bar Association-certified designation.
CIPP/CN Certification
For professionals who are responsible for compliance with China's major privacy laws - PIPL, DSL, CSL.
AIGP Certification
Ensures individuals responsible for AI systems can reduce the risks associated with this technology.
CIPP Certification
The global standard for the go-to person for privacy laws, regulations and frameworks
CIPM Certification
The first and only privacy certification for professionals who manage day-to-day operations
CIPT Certification
As technology professionals take on greater privacy responsibilities, our updated certification is keeping pace with 50% new content covering the latest developments.
FIP Designation
Recognizing the advanced knowledge and issue-spotting skills a privacy pro must attain in today’s complex world of data privacy.
Privacy Law Specialist
The first title to verify you meet stringent requirements for knowledge, skill, proficiency and ethics in privacy law, and one of the ABA’s newest accredited specialties.
Certificação CDPO/BR
Mostre seus conhecimentos na gestão do programa de privacidade e na legislação brasileira sobre privacidade.
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On this page, you’ll find articles and tools to help you get a basic understanding of the job of the privacy pro and data protection laws and practices around the globe.
Data Protection Intensive: UK
Explore the full range of U.K. data protection issues, from global policy to daily operational details.
Global Privacy Summit
The world's largest forum for connecting with other privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility professionals. Registration is open for the 2025 event.
AI Governance Global Europe
Join us in Dublin for the leading European conference on AI governance, addressing challenges and impacts of the EU AI Act.
Privacy. Security. Risk. (P.S.R.)
P.S.R. focuses on the intersection of privacy, AI governance, digital responsibility and technology. The 2025 call for speaking proposals is open.
Europe Data Protection Congress
Call for speaking proposals is open. Add yourself to the list of thought leaders who will take the stage at Congress 2025.
AI Governance Global North America
Join us in Boston as we focus on the unique and broad array of challenges AI governance professionals face in North America.
Asia Privacy Forum
The call for speaking proposals is open. Submit a proposal to share your expertise on your favorite privacy topic at Forum 2025.
Canada Privacy Symposium
Leaders from the privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility professions gather in Canada to deliver insights, discuss trends and share best practices.
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Register by 21 Feb. and save up to CAD150
IAPP Canada Privacy Symposium 2025 is Canada’s biggest convergence of professionals in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility. As these three sectors continue to intermingle, our Toronto event expands to welcome experts from their respective worlds to help attendees make sense of a shifting landscape.
Our keynote stage will feature speakers who will pass on the important knowledge you need to bolster your operation. Carys Craig, a professor of intellectual property law, and Privacy Commissioner Philippe Dufresne will headline this year’s event. More speakers will be announced, so check back soon for the full lineup.
Symposium 2025 will also provide plenty of opportunity to meet your fellow professionals, allowing you to ask questions of and make connections with some of the brightest individuals at the center of the intersection of the digital disciplines. Come to Toronto, learn from speakers, and make time to attend networking events like the welcome reception.
Register today to meet people who can help you do your job better. Sign up for Symposium by 21 Feb. 2025 to get an early bird discount of up to CAD150.
Professor of Intellectual Property Law, Osgoode Law School, York University
Drawing on her expertise from decades of work in intellectual property and technology law, Carys Craig shares her thoughts on the challenges generative AI poses to creators and cultural industries, and discusses her research on this topic with her colleague Ian Kerr, and the lasting impacts of their collaboration.
Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Commissioner Dufresne discusses his office’s mission to protect and promote privacy rights with impact and efficiency, to encourage innovation while protecting these fundamental rights, and to concentrate specific initiatives on the needs of children to navigate online spaces securely.
Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Commissioner Kosseim reflects on milestones, challenges and lessons learned during her first term as Ontario’s information and privacy commissioner. She will focus on the IPC’s four strategic priorities, the benefits and risks associated with the use of AI technologies in the public sector, and advancing privacy protection for Ontario’s children and youth in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
The IAPP commemorates Ian Kerr annually by inviting a keynote speaker to conduct the Ian Kerr Memorial Lecture at Symposium. Dr. Kerr’s legacy of advancing the growth and visibility of our profession will live on in forward-thinking discourse from keynotes on the main stage. Carys Craig, a professor of intellectual property law, will discuss her partnership with Dr. Kerr, as well as their collaborative research on the challenges generative AI poses to creators and cultural industries.
The University of Ottawa Centre for Law, Technology and Society established the Ian R. Kerr Memorial Fund to continue his legacy by supporting students, innovative programming and cutting-edge research. Please click here for more information.
Workshop sessions are held on 11 and 14 May. Training sessions begin after the conference on 14 May.
Workshops
On 11 May, we offer two half-day workshops that provide a deep dive into one topic. On 14 May, Borden Ladner Gervais will host a full-day Privacy Bar Section Forum workshop off-site.
Training classes
We offer two full days of training on 14-15 May, after Symposium ends. Choose from classes in AI Governance or Canadian Privacy.
Meet up with old friends and make new acquaintances at Symposium. We provide many ways to connect with your fellow professionals, from networking breaks and lounges to our welcome reception.
Symposium has a new home. The Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel is located in the city’s financial district, close to shopping, entertainment and other major attractions.
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON Canada M5H 2M9
+1 416.361.1000
Training 10-11 March
Workshops 11 March
Conference 12-13 March
London
DPI: UK brings together the leading voices on data protection in the U.K., with experts speaking on the latest regulations and new technologies that affect daily operations in the country. Stay ahead of developments in data protection and network with the top minds in the field.
Training 21-22 April
Workshops 22 April
Conference 23-24 April
Washington, D.C.
Summit is the privacy profession’s largest event. The agenda features keynote speakers and breakout sessions focused on the latest developments in privacy law, policy, governance and management. Use them to expand your knowledge while you also expand your circle of connections through a full schedule of networking events and meet-ups.
Training 12-13 May
Workshops 13 May
Conference 14-15 May
Dublin
Join hundreds of AI governance, privacy and digital responsibility professionals in Dublin. As the EU AI Act gains traction, affecting daily operations over numerous industries, this is your opportunity to learn from experts in this rapidly changing field and connect with peers.
