ARTICLE · 03 NOVEMBER 2026
Alberta's Court of King's Bench has formally recognized the tort of intrusion upon seclusion, creating a new civil remedy for privacy violations in the province. The landmark decision in BD v. Germain establishes liability for intentional or reckless invasions of private affairs, bringing Alberta in line with Ontario and expanding privacy litigation exposure for organizations. What does this mean for businesses operating in Alberta, and how should they adapt their privacy practices to address this new avenu
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