As emerging technologies challenge innovators, public institutions, and regulators, understanding how privacy laws apply becomes increasingly critical.
In collaboration with Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Dr. Teresa Scassa, the Canada Research Chair in Information Law and Policy and a Faculty member of the Centre for Law, Technology and Society at the University of Ottawa, and PhD candidate Elif Nur Kumru looked at how a privacy sandbox could help Ontario balance technological innovation with privacy protection.
Their new report “Exploring the Potential for a Privacy Regulatory Sandbox for Ontario” offers insights into how privacy sandboxes can support innovation while safeguarding privacy, with a particular focus on global experiences and key considerations for implementing a sandbox in Ontario.
Supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, the report examines the legal frameworks, consultation processes, and resource allocation necessary for creating a privacy sandbox. It also outlines considerations such as selection criteria and engagement terms, drawing on both public and private sector examples.
The full report is available on the website of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario. The report is also available in French.