Canada's Privacy Laws
Are Already in Force.
Quebec Law 25 is fully in force since September 2023 — with penalties up to $25 million or 4% of global revenue. Most Canadian SMBs don't know it applies to them. DSIT maps your obligations under PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, PHIPA, and provincial PIPA laws — and manages compliance continuously.
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PIPEDA Compliance Checklist
A comprehensive 50-point checklist covering all PIPEDA obligations for Canadian SMBs. Includes Quebec Law 25 requirements and sector-specific guidance for healthcare, legal, and financial services.
- 10 Privacy Principles assessment
- Consent management requirements
- Breach notification obligations
- Data retention and disposal rules
- Quebec Law 25 compliance checklist
- Sector-specific PHIPA requirements
$100,000
Maximum fine per PIPEDA violation
72 Hours
Mandatory breach notification window
68%
Of Canadian SMBs are non-compliant
$25M
Maximum Quebec Law 25 penalty — fully in force since Sept 2023, applies to ANY business with Quebec customers
Industry-Specific Compliance
Compliance Solutions by Sector
Different industries face different compliance obligations. DSIT delivers sector-specific expertise so you meet every requirement — not just the minimum.
Healthcare & Medical
PHIPA + PIPEDA Compliance
Clinics, pharmacies, dental offices, and medical labs face dual obligations under both PIPEDA and Ontario's PHIPA. DSIT provides end-to-end compliance management, EMR security, and breach notification support.
- PHIPA compliance management
- EMR/EHR security hardening
- Patient data encryption
- Staff privacy training
- Breach notification support
Legal & Professional Services
Solicitor-Client Privilege Protection
Law firms and accounting practices handle highly sensitive client data subject to both PIPEDA and professional regulatory requirements. A single breach can destroy decades of client trust.
- Client data encryption at rest & transit
- Secure document management
- Remote access security (VPN/Zero Trust)
- Privileged access management
- Regulatory compliance reporting
Financial Services
FINTRAC + PIPEDA Compliance
Credit unions, insurance brokers, and financial advisors must satisfy FINTRAC, OSFI, and PIPEDA requirements simultaneously. DSIT maps your obligations and manages compliance continuously.
- FINTRAC AML data requirements
- OSFI cybersecurity guidelines
- PCI DSS for payment processing
- Multi-factor authentication
- Audit trail management
All Canadian SMBs
PIPEDA + Quebec Law 25 Compliance
Every Canadian business collecting personal information in commercial activity is subject to PIPEDA. Quebec's Law 25 (fully in force since September 2023) is Canada's most stringent active privacy law and applies to any business with Quebec customers.
- Privacy policy drafting
- Consent management
- Data inventory & mapping
- Vendor due diligence
- Quebec Law 25 gap assessment
Canada's Modern Privacy Framework
Active Laws. Real Penalties. Right Now.
Every law in this table is already in force. There is no grace period. DSIT monitors all applicable legislation and ensures your compliance posture stays current — including as laws evolve.
| Legislation | Scope | Key Requirement | Max Penalty | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PIPEDA Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act | All Canadian businesses | 10 Fair Information Principles governing collection, use, and disclosure of personal data | Up to $100,000 | In Force |
Quebec Law 25 An Act to Modernize Legislative Provisions as Regards the Protection of Personal Information | All businesses with Quebec customers | Fully in force since Sept 2023. Strongest active Canadian privacy law — mandatory privacy officers, PIAs, data portability rights, and AI transparency obligations | Up to 4% of worldwide revenue or $25M CAD | In Force |
PHIPA Personal Health Information Protection Act (Ontario) | Ontario healthcare providers | Governs collection, use, and disclosure of personal health information in Ontario | Up to $500,000 | In Force |
PIPA Personal Information Protection Act (Alberta & BC) | AB & BC businesses | Provincial privacy laws substantially similar to PIPEDA, with some stricter requirements | Up to $100,000 | In Force |
GDPR / LGPD EU General Data Protection Regulation / Brazil Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados | Any org with EU or Brazilian customers | DSIT's technical stack is built to GDPR standards — the global benchmark. Canadian clients expanding to the EU are already compliant. | Up to €20M or 4% global revenue (GDPR) | In Force |
Our Compliance Process
From Assessment to Ongoing Management
Compliance Assessment
A comprehensive review of your current data practices, policies, and technical controls against all applicable Canadian privacy laws. Delivered as a written gap analysis report.
Remediation Planning
A prioritized roadmap to close all identified compliance gaps, with clear timelines, responsibilities, and cost estimates. We focus on highest-risk items first.
Technical Implementation
DSIT implements the technical controls required for compliance — encryption, access controls, MFA, audit logging, backup, and more — as part of your managed IT service.
Policy & Documentation
We draft or review your Privacy Policy, Data Retention Policy, Breach Response Plan, and employee privacy training materials to meet regulatory requirements.
Ongoing Compliance Management
Monthly compliance monitoring, quarterly reviews, and annual assessments keep your compliance posture current as laws evolve and your business grows.
Breach Response Support
When a breach occurs, DSIT manages the technical response, coordinates with the OPC, and supports client notification — minimizing regulatory exposure.
Built for Global Scale
One Framework. Every Market.
DSIT builds to the highest global standard — GDPR. This means Canadian clients are automatically positioned for EU expansion without compliance rework. It is always easier to scale down a strict framework than to bolt on security after the fact.
Canada
Canada's privacy landscape is active and enforced. Quebec Law 25 is the strictest, with $25M penalties already running.
European Union
The global gold standard. DSIT's technical controls are built to GDPR standards — Canadian clients expanding to Europe are already compliant.
Your Competitors Are Already Compliant. Are You?
Book a free 30-minute compliance consultation. DSIT will identify your top 3 compliance gaps under PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, and any sector-specific laws — and provide a clear remediation roadmap at no cost, no obligation.