Canada's leading energy company downplays a major hack, claiming only customer names were compromised. But Petro-Points, with over 3M users, likely exposed sensitive data including addresses, phone numbers, transaction history, and more.
Privacy rights in Canada fall short of global standards. The Digital Charter Implementation Act of 2022 aims to improve protections, reflecting a compromise.
Improper use of video surveillance could land companies in legal trouble. A U of T study found that many Canadian businesses ignore privacy laws, risking invasive audits and lawsuits. Compliance is crucial to avoid costly consequences and protect customer privacy.