Fix C-26: Cybersecurity Bill is Short on Rights Protections and Accountability

In Rights by poladmin

Bill C-26 is yet another example, in an increasingly long list, of legislation that would fill a clear need if only it were better. C-11 (Broadcasting Act amendments), C-27 (private sector privacy and AI governance), S-7 (device searches at the border) and C-20 (long awaited provisions for RCMP and CBSA oversight), are all also on that list.   
Having a clear legal framework for cybersecurity expectations and responsibilities for operators of federal critical infrastructure is a good thing, probably long overdue. And Bill C-26, An Act respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts, attempts

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