IAPP Canada Symposium 2026: Privacy | AI governance | Cybersecurity law
TORONTO
4-7 May
Opening General Session
Monday, 4 May
09:00 - 10:00 EDT
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

Philippe Dufresne
Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Melanie Woodin
President
University of Toronto