While some provinces, like Quebec, have introduced their own privacy laws to fill the gaps, the federal government's voluntary AI code of conduct and existing PIPEDA regulations are seen as insufficient by industry leaders. The delay in legislative progress is frustrating for tech companies eager for clear regulations, especially in comparison to advancements in countries like the UK and the US. The situation underscores the need for Canada to modernize its data protection and AI frameworks to keep pace with global standards and support the tech industry's growth.
Key takeaways:
- Canadian tech firms are adopting European regulations during the prorogation of Parliament, as domestic laws remain outdated.
- Bill C-27 aimed to modernize Canada's data protection laws but was stalled due to prorogation, leaving companies to follow international standards like GDPR.
- Without updated legislation, companies are concerned about data-handling practices and the lack of AI regulation in Canada.
- Provincial laws, such as Quebec's Law 25, are filling some gaps in privacy and data protection regulations.