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Fasken

Privacy & Data Protection

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada

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Privacy and cybersecurity present unique opportunities and risks across your operations. Legal frameworks and market forces in these areas are rapidly evolving in ways that cannot be ignored.

We provide a full range of privacy and cybersecurity legal advisory services. From workplace privacy issues, to cybersecurity planning and risk management, to innovative marketing and big data analytics projects, and cross-border outsourcing, we help ensure that your activities are aligned with key objectives, evolving standards and stakeholder priorities. Clients turn to us for advice regarding not only Canadian privacy and related laws, but also the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Our clients range from innovative start-ups to leading Fortune 500 companies. Almost all of the top cyber-insurance carriers in Canada have selected Fasken as the lead breach response firm to work with their insureds in the event of data breaches. In recognition of our expertise, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada has commissioned Fasken to author several landmark reports and guidance material on privacy law. We have also been called on to defend high-profile class action litigation in relation to cybersecurity and data breaches.

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Privacy & Data Protection - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Fasken has a strong regulatory practice in Canada which is recognised for its experience in freedom of information matters and privacy compliance. The firm frequently acts for insurance companies and public sector clients. It operates a highly regarded cybersecurity practice with notable expertise in incident response, risk management and cyber insurance. The team is also experienced in acting on privacy breach class action proceedings before all levels of court. It is increasingly engaged on mandates involving data transfer and storage issues, as well as innovative data capture proposals.
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Work Highlights

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  • Fasken represented Equifax in defence of claims in privacy class actions across Canada in connection with a publicised data breach.

Strengths

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  • What truly sets Fasken apart is their strategic approach, starting with understanding business objectives before crafting legal solutions.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • The team mobilised very quickly to support us.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • One of the key strengths that distinguishes this department from others is its deep expertise in privacy and data protection, particularly within the Canadian regulatory landscape.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • Fasken has good business sense and suggests pragmatic solutions to problems.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alex Cameron
    Alex Cameron

    Alex Cameron

    Alex Cameron is an exceptionally well-respected lawyer in the privacy sphere with an outstanding client following, particularly in areas such as insurance and financial services. Based in Toronto, he co-leads the firm's privacy and cybersecurity group.

    • Alex simply is the best of the best.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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  • Daniel Fabiano
    Daniel Fabiano

    Daniel Fabiano

    Daniel Fabiano has an enviable roster of significant clients who rely on his privacy and cybersecurity expertise. He is based in Toronto.

    • His client service and the sophistication of his work is outstanding.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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  • Samantha Delechantos
    Samantha Delechantos

    Samantha Delechantos

    Samantha is active across a range of privacy mandates for clients in sectors including financial services, construction and medical. She splits her time between Vancouver and Calgary.

    • Samantha offers to the point advice and guidance.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • She is the person we go to for complex privacy questions.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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  • Soleica Monnier
    Soleica Monnier

    Soleica Monnier

    Soleïca Monnier is a Montréal-based associate with an impressive privacy and cybersecurity practice, particularly on issues related to personal information.

    • Soleica is very responsive and committed. She is able to understand our needs and react very quickly.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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