Canada’s Digital Charter Implementation Act 2022 will not only promote confidence in the country’s digital space but also ensure a safe, more inclusive, and secure digital economy for all Canadians.
The new bill, which comprises of the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act, and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, modernizes the framework for protecting personal information in the private sector and creates new rules for the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence (AI).
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry expressed that Canada’s competitiveness depends on its ability to use digital innovation in harnessing the power of data. “Safety and trust must be the foundation of this new digital economy. By introducing the Digital Charter Implementation Act 2022, we are ensuring that Canadians can trust when and how their information is being used.”
The proposed Consumer Privacy Protection Act will address the needs of Canadians who rely on digital technology by ensuring that the privacy of Canadians will be protected and that innovative businesses can benefit from clear rules within an evolving digital era. A new tribunal will also be created to facilitate the enforcement of the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, bringing more control and transparency in handling, collecting, and using personal information.
Moreover, to protect Canadians in AI development, an AI and Data Commissioner will be established to monitor company compliance, order third-party audits, and share information with other regulators and enforcers when needed.
“We are committed to protecting the personal information of Canadians while encouraging responsible innovation for the public good,” added the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.
