Bill C-11

What is Bill C-11?

Bill C-11 is a Canadian privacy reform initiative designed to modernize how organizations manage and protect personal data. It outlines requirements for transparency, data minimization, consent management, and individual rights. For TPRM and vendor oversight, it affects how enterprises evaluate third-party processors that handle Canadian resident data. The act encourages stronger internal policies, clearer data-handling practices, and demonstrable accountability through governance frameworks and audit readiness.

FAQs

How does Bill C-11 influence third-party oversight?

Organizations must verify that third parties meet consent, security, and privacy obligations for Canadian resident data.

Does Bill C-11 require data governance documentation?

Yes, it emphasizes demonstrable accountability through policies, procedures, and records of processing activities.

Is cross-border data transfer covered by Bill C-11?

Yes, it requires clear transparency and contractual safeguards when using vendors located outside Canada.