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Data privacy is everyone’s business

Canadians enjoy the convenience and pace of a digital lifestyle. They also expect organizations to be accountable for what happens with their personal data.

This page provides resources to help Canadians understand how we can work together to make online interactions more secure and keep personal data safe. Because consumers, businesses and governments all have a role to play in data privacy.

How do Canadians feel about their data privacy?

Canadians are concerned about the protection of their data and privacy online: According to a recent Interac survey, 77% of respondents feel their data is more exposed than ever before. Below, see more insights into how Canadian respondents are feeling about sharing their personal data — and the kinds of control they would prefer to have.

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80%

want greater control over their online information and how it is shared

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72%

believe companies have access to too much of their data

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75%

believe companies have access to too much of their data

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87%

want to be able to tell organizations to delete their personal information whenever they choose

Read more about our survey results

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Why Canadians want stronger digital privacy controls

While Canadians are generally willing to share their personal data, many want greater choice for managing their privacy online. How can we build more trust?

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Dive into our dictionary of common terms to help you decode and discuss the world of data privacy

Everyone wants to keep their personal data safe, but the world of data privacy is complex and can be confusing. Understanding commonly used terms can give you a better understanding of how to protect your personal information.

Here are some terms to help you understand the wide world of data privacy.

Delve into the dictionary

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For Consumers

Want to know more about protecting your data?

See what Interac verification solutions can do for you.

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For Business

Simplify the onboarding experience — while safeguarding customers’ data

User-friendly verification that helps protects against fraud.

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Data, trust and open banking

Open banking is coming. And its success will depend on consumers trusting the system — enough to grant consent for their data to be shared.

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How do Canadians feel about their data protection?

Signing into a website or service may seem like a quick and easy way to gain access to your accounts, but it’s also the first line of defence when it comes to protecting your personal data.

With research commissioned by Interac, we learned how Canadians feel about the way they sign in and how their data should be protected.

Want to see how you stack up?

Take our questionnaire to find out!

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