With the emergence of COVID-19 in Canada, organizations are
faced with many additional concerns and considerations in their
daily operations and strategic planning. Remote work has become the
norm, and the health of employees, customers and suppliers is a key
concern for organizations and society at large. Organizations are
finding themselves in a position where additional data, including
personal information, is being collected from employees, visitors,
and other partners. Additionally, there are increasing threats from
cyber criminals who are trying to take advantage in this time of
global crisis. Privacy and cybersecurity during COVID-19 may not
always be a straightforward task, but adhering to basic privacy
principles will set the right tone for any organization.
