IAPP Canada Symposium 2026: Privacy | AI governance | Cybersecurity law

TORONTO

4-7 May

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Opening General Session

Monday, 4 May

09:00 - 10:00 EDT

GENERAL SESSION

Philippe Dufresne, Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Dufresne discusses his office’s work to advocate for privacy rights in a digital age. Using modern laws, collaboration, and engagement, he strives to create a regulatory environment to benefit Canada’s economy, support Canadian businesses, and protect the privacy rights of Canadians. 

Melanie Woodin, President, University of Toronto

Melanie Woodin highlights how leaning, research and the responsible use of artificial intelligence can combine to drive change and sustain digital trust in an unprecedented time of disruption.

Moderator and speakers

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Philippe Dufresne

Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

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Melanie Woodin

President

University of Toronto