Privacy & Data Protection
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 2
Contact number
+1 416-367-6000About
Provided by Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Our group advise organisations and their board of directors on the management of personal information and the protection of privacy, including on issues relating to compliance, risk management, ethics and data governance. They provide strategic advice relating to best business practices and contractual arrangements pertaining to the use of privacy-intrusive technologies, monetization of big data and use of artificial intelligence at every step of their projects (preparation of privacy impact assessments, policies and procedures, risk assessment and compliance tools). Our team key strength lies in its ability to advise clients on global projects (compliance with Canadian/US privacy laws and the GDPR) and given its strong relationships with top tier privacy attorneys worldwide, is uniquely positioned to advise on global projects.
Members of our team are recognized as amongst the most experienced cybersecurity and privacy teams in Canada. They provide support in crisis management situations including security breaches, privacy commissioners’ investigations as well as privacy class actions, and have extensive expertise in cyber risk management (incident-response plans and procedures), and successfully prosecuting and defending complex cyber litigation.
Our team also includes a unique expertise pertaining to health and post-secondary education sectors, as well as advising public sector entities and assisting them with the handling of complex freedom of information matters.
Chambers Review
Borden Ladner Gervais operates an esteemed privacy and data protection practice which advises several high-profile public and private sector clients. In addition to providing guidance on Canadian law, the team is also well placed to advise on US and EU perspectives. The firm frequently assists corporate clients with cybersecurity issues, privacy policies, data analytics and data protection due diligence. BLG is particularly active on behalf of clients in the technology, education, transportation, healthcare and financial services industries.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The BLG privacy team consists of experts in the field who are up to date on legislation, trends and recent developments, enabling them to handle complex and sophisticated matters."
"The lawyers have been tremendously calm and steadfast in their response and guidance on a task that was often extremely complex. They have exceeded any expectation of responsiveness."
"The lawyers' approach to the situation was amazing, and every level of their communication was top-notch and timely."
"The BLG privacy team consists of experts in the field who are up to date on legislation, trends and recent developments, enabling them to handle complex and sophisticated matters."
"The lawyers have been tremendously calm and steadfast in their response and guidance on a task that was often extremely complex. They have exceeded any expectation of responsiveness."
"The lawyers' approach to the situation was amazing, and every level of their communication was top-notch and timely."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel Michaluk's practice operates at the intersection of privacy and labour law, advising on an array of issues ranging from incident response guidance to data recovery and litigation. A significant portion of his work sees him acting for educational institutions such as schools, colleges and universities.
"If there is an issue, Daniel is quick to be transparent and accountable, and remedies the situation immediately."
"Daniel Michaluk demonstrated his strong background and expertise."
"Daniel has provided us with outstanding counsel and guidance."
Shane Morganstein is well placed to assist with incident response guidance and compliance matters. He is an associate based in Borden Ladner Gervais' Toronto office.
"Shane Morganstein is reassuring, calm, detailed and knowledgeable."
Ranked Lawyers at
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Nationwide - Canada
Members
Provided by Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Eric Charleston
Frederic Wilson
Ira Nishisato
Julie Gauthier
Katherine Stanger
Matin Fazelpour
Sep Alavi
Shane Morganstein
Simon Du Perron