Day 1: Dec 5, 2023
Day 2: Dec 6, 2023
11:45 am
PANEL: PRIVACY
Has Canada gone too far in prioritizing privacy over innovation in Healthcare
As Canada accelerates AI adoption in healthcare, a defining question emerges: should innovation come before privacy? With Bill C-27, PHIPA, and HIA reshaping the privacy landscape, healthcare leaders must balance progress with protection.
Advocates for stronger privacy argue that trust is the foundation of transformation — without it, adoption and data quality collapse. Others contend that excessive regulation stifles innovation, delaying AI-driven insights that could save lives. This panel explores how Canada can navigate these tensions through:
- Embedding privacy-by-design in AI and analytics.
- Advancing de-identification, consent, and portability
- Introducing AI transparency and auditability to sustain trust.
Can Canada innovate responsibly — or must privacy always come first?
