Canada: IT and Internet

As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy and data centres account for over 25% of worldwide greenfield investment, Canada faces a critical infrastructure challenge: how to site, build, and power these facilities at scale. With electricity generation managed by provincial authorities, each jurisdiction has developed distinct regulatory approaches to balance grid capacity constraints with the economic opportunities presented by this rapidly growing sector.

Google is venturing into new territory with the development of the Fitbit Air, marking a significant evolution in wearable health technology. This advancement represents Google's continued commitment to integrating sophisticated health monitoring capabilities into consumer devices. What innovations will this next-generation wearable bring to the competitive health tech market?

British Columbia has introduced significant legislative changes that impose strict limits on electrical capacity for new data centre projects, fundamentally altering how these facilities can access power in the province. Starting February 1, 2026, BC Hydro can allocate only 100 MW for conventional data centres and 300 MW for AI data centres over a two-year period, with a 145 MW cap per project. These modest allocations, distributed through a competitive process, will substantially constrain data centre grow

Canada's proposed Bill C-36 would fundamentally transform private-sector privacy law by introducing binding enforcement powers, substantial financial penalties, and expanded individual rights.

Canada's proposed Bill C-34 introduces sweeping online safety regulations targeting social media platforms, AI chatbots, and online services, with a particular focus on protecting children under 18.

In the wake of the recently announced Canadian AI strategy, Mark Carney’s Liberal government is beginning to lay the groundwork for a regulatory framework designed to build and maintain public trust.

Cyber threats continue to rise in frequency and sophistication. Cyber incidents can be costly, damage an organization’s reputation, and create significant stress for employees...

On March 25, 2026, the Supreme Court of the United States released its decision in Cox Communications, Inc. et al. v. Sony Music Entertainment et al., 607 U.S. ------- S.Ct. ----2026 WL 815823 limiting...

2025 was an active year in Canadian telecommunications regulation. Key developments in the year included the introduction and subsequent retraction of lawful access legislation...