Talk privacy and network with local members at IAPP KnowledgeNet Chapter meetings, taking place worldwide.
IAPP Job BoardLooking for a new challenge, or need to hire your next privacy pro? The IAPP Job Board is the answer.
IAPP CalendarReview a filterable list of conferences, KnowledgeNets, LinkedIn Live broadcasts, networking events, web conferences and more.
Chinese Personal Information Protection (CIPP/CN)
Learn compliance with the three major laws (PIPL, CSL, DSL) forming the framework of Chinese privacy.
Artificial Intelligence Governance ProfessionalLearn how to create and implement policies and procedures that make the most of AI’s potential by reducing its risks.
European Data Protection (CIPP/E)Understand Europe’s framework of laws, regulations and policies, most significantly the GDPR.
U.S. Private-Sector Privacy (CIPP/US)Steer a course through the interconnected web of federal and state laws governing U.S. data privacy.
Canadian Privacy (CIPP/C)Learn the intricacies of Canada’s distinctive federal/provincial/territorial data privacy governance systems.
Privacy Program Management (CIPM)Develop the skills to design, build and operate a comprehensive data protection program.
Privacy in Technology (CIPT)Add to your tech knowledge with deep training in privacy-enhancing technologies and how to deploy them.
Foundations of Privacy and Data ProtectionIntroductory training that builds organizations of professionals with working privacy knowledge.
Privacy Law Specialist Training (PLS)
Meet the stringent requirements to earn this American Bar Association-certified designation.
CIPP/CN Certification
For professionals who are responsible for compliance with China's major privacy laws - PIPL, DSL, CSL.
AIGP Certification
Ensures individuals responsible for AI systems can reduce the risks associated with this technology.
CIPP Certification
The global standard for the go-to person for privacy laws, regulations and frameworks
CIPM Certification
The first and only privacy certification for professionals who manage day-to-day operations
CIPT Certification
As technology professionals take on greater privacy responsibilities, our updated certification is keeping pace with 50% new content covering the latest developments.
FIP Designation
Recognizing the advanced knowledge and issue-spotting skills a privacy pro must attain in today’s complex world of data privacy.
Privacy Law Specialist
The first title to verify you meet stringent requirements for knowledge, skill, proficiency and ethics in privacy law, and one of the ABA’s newest accredited specialties.
Certificação CDPO/BR
Mostre seus conhecimentos na gestão do programa de privacidade e na legislação brasileira sobre privacidade.
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The IAPP publishes longform, web-based resource articles to provide in-depth analysis on relevant topics in the privacy space.
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The Privacy Advisor Podcast provides interviews with the privacy world's most interesting voices.
The IAPP's video library provides insights, reactions and opinions on a range of topics, including regulatory developments, areas of privacy operations management and more.
On this topic page, you can find the IAPP’s collection of coverage, analysis and resources covering AI connections to the privacy space.
On this page, you’ll find articles and tools to help you get a basic understanding of the job of the privacy pro and data protection laws and practices around the globe.
Global Privacy Summit
The world's largest forum for connecting with other privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility professionals. Call for proposals is open.
Navigate: Digital Policy Leadership Retreat 2025
A new event focused on digital regulation, risk and responsibility. Co-hosted by the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University and the IAPP.
Asia 2025: Privacy Forum + AI Governance Global
With 2 events in 1, IAPP Asia 2025 will expand your skill set in two disciplines with practical advice from the region’s top minds.
AI Governance Global North America
Join us in Boston as we focus on the unique and broad array of challenges AI governance professionals face in North America.
Privacy. Security. Risk. 2025
P.S.R. focuses on the intersection of privacy, AI governance, digital responsibility and technology. Register today for the San Diego event.
ANZ Summit
Join us in Sydney for the region’s top event in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility.
Canada Privacy Symposium
The call for speaking proposals is open. Submit your idea by 19 Oct. 2025 for a chance to speak at Symposium.
Europe Data Protection Congress
Meet us in Brussels to learn about the latest in privacy, AI governance and cybersecurity law.
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The IAPP needs your insights on hot topics in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility. We want to know how these rapidly changing disciplines are impacting your day-to-day operations in Canada. Speak up and answer the call for proposals for the 2026 event in Toronto.
Symposium connects professionals from across the country to share solutions, build knowledge and make new contacts. We are looking for experts to speak on developing trends, as well as continuing issues such as:
Take this opportunity to give back to the community and share your expertise. Speaking at Symposium 2026 will help you:
The call for proposals closes 19 Oct. 2025.
Attendees met at the IAPP Canada Privacy Symposium 2025 in Toronto to discuss solutions and best practices for the current digital responsibility issues impacting Canada and the world. Artificial intelligence, privacy-enhancing technologies, and Canadian legislative updates were among the important topics discussed during this year’s sessions.
See breakout session presentations
This year’s keynote addresses featured privacy commissioners, professors and bestselling authors. Carys Craig, a professor of intellectual property law, spoke about generative AI, and the challenges it poses to creators and cultural industries. Privacy Commissioner of Canada Philippe Dufresne discussed balancing innovation and privacy rights. Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario Patricia Kosseim reflected on the challenges and milestones of her first term as privacy commissioner. Rick Mercer discussed his new memoir, “The Road Years.”
Along with this exciting group of keynotes, this year’s Symposium also included a Commissioners’ Game Show based on the game “Password.” The Welcome Reception, Privacy Soirée, and various meetups and lunches gave attendees many opportunities to connect.
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Professor of Intellectual Property Law, Osgoode Law School, York University
Drawing on her expertise from decades of work in intellectual property and technology law, Carys Craig shared her thoughts on the challenges generative AI poses to creators and cultural industries, and discussed her research on this topic with her colleague Ian Kerr, and the lasting impacts of their collaboration.
Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Commissioner Dufresne discussed his office’s mission to protect and promote privacy rights with impact and efficiency, to encourage innovation while protecting these fundamental rights, and to concentrate specific initiatives on the needs of children to navigate online spaces securely.
Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Commissioner Kosseim reflected on milestones, challenges and lessons learned during her first term as Ontario’s information and privacy commissioner. She focused on the IPC’s four strategic priorities, the benefits and risks associated with the use of AI technologies in the public sector, and advancing privacy protection for Ontario’s children and youth in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
Television Host, Bestselling Author
In Rick Mercer’s new memoir, “The Road Years,” he reminds us, with his trademark humor and charisma, how much there is to love about Canada.
Managing Director, Canada, IAPP; Partner, nNovation
Privacy Commissioner of Canada, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Deputy Commissioner, Compliance Promotion and Enforcement, Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Assistant Commissioner, Strategic Initiatives and External Relations, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
This year’s contestants competed in a game of “Password” that educated as well as entertained.
Training 16-17 September
Workshops 17 September
Conference 18-19 September
Boston
AI Governance Global returns to Boston in 2025. AI governance, privacy and digital responsibility professionals will learn about governance, implementation, accountability and the EU AI Act while growing their professional network to help stay on top of the rapid advancements in technology.
Training 28-29 October
Workshops 29 October
Conference 30-31 October
San Diego
IAPP Privacy. Security. Risk. explores technology’s role in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility. It focuses on practical solutions for operational challenges and managing strategic challenges posed by new legislation and regulations. Come for insightful speakers, informative breakout sessions, and new connections with peers and experts.
Training 17-18 November
Workshops 18 November
Conference 19-20 November
Brussels
IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress, Europe’s must-attend data protection event, is focused on strategic and operational developments in regional and international data protection, AI governance and digital responsibility. Come join expert speakers and connect with peers to improve your working knowledge of daily data protection operations and ways to safely integrate new technologies.
