The Future of Data Privacy in Canada, with Vanessa Henri | 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience

Vanessa Henri on Data Privacy, Canadian Laws, and AI Regulation

In this episode of 10 Questions to Cyber Resilience, Assurance IT’s co-founder, Luigi Tiano, sits down with data privacy expert and lawyer Vanessa Henri to discuss how legal frameworks impact cybersecurity. With over 10 years in the field, Vanessa shares her unique perspective on where Canada is headed in terms of compliance, AI regulation, and data governance.

Topics Covered:

1. Using due diligence to grow an organization
2. The relationship between legal and IT
3. A key strategy to secure a bigger cybersecurity budget
4. Is Canada falling behind on data privacy laws?
5. Understanding Bill C-27 and its implications for Canada
6. Will C-26 and C-27 become law?
7. How AI fits into new legislation
8. Why consumers are wary of AI
9. How businesses can start implementing AI responsibly

Resources:

🔗 Vanessa Henri on LinkedIn
🔗 Henri & Wolf
🔗 Luigi Tiano on LinkedIn
🔗 Assurance IT

About Vanessa Henri

Vanessa Henri is a lawyer specializing in data privacy, information security, intellectual property, and ethics. She helps organizations develop data governance strategies that enhance consumer trust and ensure compliance with evolving legal standards. A Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO) and Senior Lead Implementor for ISO 27701, Vanessa has extensive experience in contract negotiations, risk management, and cybersecurity compliance. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 20 Women in Cybersecurity, she frequently speaks at conferences and contributes thought leadership on privacy, AI, and emerging tech.

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About Assurance IT

Since 2011, Assurance IT has specialized in data protection and privacy for mid-market businesses in Canada. Their PPR Methodology—Prepare, Protect, and Recover—helps organizations achieve cybersecurity and compliance objectives using industry best practices.