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💻 Webinar Alert: Navigating Law 25 Compliance in Quebec Join us for an essential webinar on Law 25 Compliance: What Companies Doing Business in Quebec Need to Know. This session is crucial for understanding the latest changes brought by Bill 64 (Law 25) and how they impact the protection of personal information in both public and private sectors. 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2024 ⏰ Time: 2:45 PM ET 🌐 Location: Virtual via Zoom (Link provided a day before the event) 💼 Cost: Free ⭐ PDP Points: Members earn 10 points for attending the event. Our expert speaker, Maître Tracy Gokhool, will guide you through your new roles and responsibilities, the necessary policies and protocols, how to handle personal information incidents, and the consequences of non-compliance with Quebec’s new privacy laws. __________________________________________ Webinar Overview: Bill 64, known as Law 25, revises the legal framework surrounding personal information management. During this session, we will delve into the specific changes, including your new responsibilities related to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Learn about essential policies, the protocols your business must implement, how to handle data incidents, and the consequences of non-compliance with these revised privacy laws. About the Speaker: Our esteemed speaker, Maître Tracy Gokhool, is a senior litigation lawyer specializing in commercial disputes and civil litigation at Charness, Charness & Charness LLP. Since her call to the bar in 2019, Maître Gokhool has represented clients across all levels of Quebec's courts, including the Court of Appeal. As the firm's Privacy Officer, she expertly manages compliance with privacy laws, ensuring rigorous protection of client information and adherence to the highest ethical standards. __________________________________________ 🔗 Register Now to secure your spot and ensure your business stays compliant with the latest legal requirements. Registration Closes on Thursday, June 6, 2024 For details and registration: https://lnkd.in/gbKj67-J Don't miss this opportunity to gain vital insights and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of privacy law. #CIC #Law25 #PrivacyCompliance #QuebecBusiness #CreditInstitute #CICWebinar #DataProtection #LegalUpdate

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Curious about securing payments in construction projects? In her latest article, litigation lawyer Azin Teimoortagh delves into Ontario's Construction Act. Discover the crucial why, when, and how of filing a lien to protect your rights as a contractor or supplier: 🔍 Why Lien? Ensure payment security, even in bankruptcy, and access holdback funds. 📅 When to Lien? Act promptly after supplying materials or labor to meet critical deadlines. 📝 How to Lien? Follow strict procedures outlined in the Construction Act to effectively preserve and perfect your lien. Don’t miss out on these essential insights! Read the full article on our website for more detailed guidance: https://lnkd.in/gNE5-ksK Originally published in the Hamilton Spectator. #constructionact #newarticle #legalinsights #litigationlawyer #constructionlaw #constructionliens

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Charting Your Course: Mapping Legal Suite Permit Timelines! Get ahead of the curve with our insider's guide to legal suite permits in Edmonton! 🏠 Explore the streamlined process and discover how you can transform your property in record time. Join us and learn how to navigate the system like a pro!    El-Ray Noble Varshit Patel #LegalSuitePermits #Edmonton #Empowerment

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Don't miss it! Caravel's Director of Legal Innovation, Monica Goyal, recently published an opinion piece with Canadian Lawyer Magazine. Monica shares her expertise, providing tips for lawyers on how to best prompt generative AI chatbots. Prompting is a crucial skill for lawyers who want to leverage the power of LLMs effectively and efficiently. To learn more about LLMs and how to best craft your queries, check out Monica's article here: https://lnkd.in/gUMDwQty

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Alexi Secures $11 Million USD Series A Funding to Accelerate AI-Powered Legal Technology Innovations Alexi  (www.alexi.com), a Canadian legaltech company and leader in generative AI for legal research and litigation tasks, today announced an $11 million USD ($15 million CAD) Series A fundraise. The round is led by Drive Capital, with participation from existing investors including Draper Associates, and brings Alexi’s total funding to over $20 million. In addition to the raise, Chris Olsen, Partner at Drive Capital, will join the company’s Board of Directors. “The rate of innovation happening at Alexi is truly astounding. Instead of trying to predict the future, we’re building it,” said Mark Doble, CEO of Alexi. “This capital further enables us to build incredible value into our products and empower our customers to better serve their clients.” https://lnkd.in/e97iRPuA #legalinnovation #legaltech #AI #generativeAI #litigationfinance #litigationfunding #legalfunding #legalfinance #litfin #legalresearch

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Fasken partners with the leading technology platform Walter Software to automate legal processes for Canadian startups. The strategic partnership through the Firm’s market-leading Emerging Technology and Venture Capital group, will enable Walter to automate a significant portion of the early stage legal services delivered by Fasken to their emerging technology clients within Walter’s collaborative vertical system of record and document automation toolchain. “Fasken is thrilled to collaborate with Walter in what we consider a milestone achievement in legal tech innovation,” said Will Shaw, a Partner and Co-Leader of the Fasken Emerging Tech practice. “By focusing on automating early stage legal services, we’re not just simplifying these essential processes but also ensuring startups can allocate their resources more effectively, focusing on what they do best: innovating and growing their businesses.” This innovative approach leverages Walter’s state-of-the-art technology to automate the creation and management of essential legal documents, drastically reducing the time and potential for erroring time and money. By automating foundational legal processes, the Firm’s startup clients will be better positioned to navigate their initial stages with confidence, knowing that their legal groundwork is solid, streamlined, and cost-effective. https://lnkd.in/eGvtyfaf #legaltechtalk #legaltech #legal #partnership #ai 

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Piwik PRO supports organizations worldwide in staying privacy-compliant by meeting the requirements of various privacy regulations, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), a Canadian data protection law. Complying with PIPEDA shows our commitment to privacy and data protection. Our platform allows clients to do the same for their organizations and collect users' data effectively while also respecting their rights. Read our article to gain a deeper understanding of PIPEDA, its key requirements, and how Piwik PRO aligns with them. ➡️https://hubs.li/Q02Bjhw-0 #pipeda #dataprivacy #piwikpro

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Are you ready to revolutionize your legal research process? 🚀 Imagine having an army of tireless legal assistants working 24/7 to find the most relevant case law for your needs. That's the power of AI-powered legal research! At Toronto Digital AI Agency, we're helping law firms unlock unprecedented levels of efficiency, accuracy, and insight through AI technology. Our solutions can analyze thousands of documents in seconds, identify relevant precedents with greater accuracy, and uncover hidden patterns in legal data. The result? Faster research, improved accuracy, significant cost savings, and data-driven insights that give you a competitive edge. Ready to explore how AI can transform your legal practice? Let's chat about finding the right AI tools for your firm's unique needs. #AIinLaw #LegalTech #TorontoDigital #InnovativeLegalSolutions https://lnkd.in/g_8W_NDu

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Join us for an insightful panel discussion on "Preparing for the future of legaltech: Why integration is key" at the LegalTech Summit Canada! 🤖 Don't miss out on this crucial conversation about the next wave of tech advancements. Moderated by Al Hounsell from Norton Rose Fulbright. See you there! https://hubs.la/Q02yrm2k0 #LegalTechCA #LegalTech #Technology #LegalDesign

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Is your business prepared for Quebec’s Law 25 (formerly Bill 64)? This updated privacy regulation is now in effect. Stay ahead and avoid costly fines. Download the 💥 flash guidance 💥 to keep your business compliant and secure: https://lnkd.in/gXRe4b4N

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Put simply, firms that use legaltech more frequently are more likely to report higher levels of satisfaction with legaltech. The more these firms master legaltech, the more satisfied they become. (Here at Appara, we're not surprised by this finding!) 📖 Dive deeper with the complete "State of Canadian Legaltech Report": https://lnkd.in/gAe_8p6E #Legaltech #LegalInsights #ApparaThoughtLeadership

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🔒 Unlock the Power of Texts & Annotations on Westlaw Canada! Join us for a 30-minute session and discover how to effectively navigate, utilize, and leverage secondary resources to enhance your legal research and practice. Gain essential skills to access valuable information quickly and efficiently from Westlaw's comprehensive secondary source library. Register now! https://loom.ly/0rcvCSg #TorontoLaw #TLA #ThomsonReuters #Westlaw #CPD #LegalResearch

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Following the successful launch of LexisNexis' English Lexis+ AI solution in Canada, Lexis+ AI is now commercially available in French, becoming the first comprehensive bilingual Canadian legal generative AI solution available in Canada. Grounded in French-Canadian content, including practical guidance, Lexis+ AI delivers fully encrypted, secure interactions, and responses that are backed by verifiable linked legal citations. Developed with input from leading legal professionals in Quebec and across Canada, Lexis+ AI has been developed to meet the day-to-day needs of lawyers. Lexis+ AI features conversational search, intelligent legal drafting, insightful summarisation, and document upload capabilities, all supported by state-of-the-art encryption and privacy technology to keep sensitive data secure. “This is an incredible milestone for the French-Canadian legal market. We take immense pride in expanding this ground-breaking legal solution to our French clients empowering them to thrive securely and confidently,” said Samuel Puchala, President and General Manager of LexisNexis Canada. “The enthusiasm about Lexis+ AI underscores its game-changing potential, and we are thrilled to provide our clients with seamless access to our comprehensive legal resources and state-of-the-art AI capabilities, giving them a competitive edge like never before.” https://lnkd.in/ebx9y6-n #LegalTechTalk #LegalTech #Law #Legal #GenAI

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Take our legal tech survey! We aim to understand the adoption of legal technology at Canadian law firms and in-house teams. Your feedback will shape the future of legal technology, drive innovation, and improve the efficiency of legal practices. Insights and findings will be shared in a report and online in the coming months. Every respondent has a chance to win an Appara Swag Package. Plus, the first 50 eligible participants will receive a gift card. Complete the survey – and sign up to be one of the first to see the results! The survey will take just 5-10 minutes of your time. TAKE THE SURVEY: https://lnkd.in/gTNqstQX! #LegalTech #LegalInnovation #LegalInsights #Survey #ApparaPlatform #ApparaEcosystem #ModernLegalProfessionals

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💡 Is your IP positioned for your company’s growth? 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gTGxwzzQ 📅 Join us on April 23rd for"Aligning IP with Your Business Growth," in partnership with Innovate BC and InBC Investment Corp. What to expect: • Expert Insights: Examine case studies and receive practical advice from industry leaders, including IAC’s CEO Mike McLean, Lite-1's Roya Aghighi, and Rajkumar P. of ASAsoft™ | Ligh+weight™ Insulator on how to effectively position your company for scaling and success. • Interactive Panel: Moderated by Peter Cowan, President + CEO of Innovate BC, this panel discussion will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with IP experts. • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and industry leaders who are shaping the future of innovation in Canada. Whether you are a startup founder, a CEO of a scaling company, or an IP professional, this event will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to leverage IP effectively as you grow your business. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gTGxwzzQ

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Wondering why website privacy compliance matters? 🔒 Navigating privacy laws like PIPEDA, GDPR, and Quebec Law 25 isn't just a legal formality—it's vital for protecting your business and maintaining trust with your customers. Whether you're fully aware or new to the realm of digital compliance, understanding these regulations can prevent severe financial penalties and enhance your reputation as a trustworthy business. ⁣ 🔎 Discover the essentials of safeguarding your website by visiting our website to read the full blog. Learn practical steps to ensure compliance and secure your online presence! https://lnkd.in/ddCETqv3 Plus, take advantage of our special offer! Add privacy policy compliance to any of our monthly website packages by September 30, and we’ll waive the setup fee. Secure your site, safeguard your business. 🔗 Visit our website for more details! #PrivacyLaws #DataProtection #BusinessCompliance

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Quebec's #Law25: The #DSARCompliance Deadline Every Business Must Meet The deadline for Quebec's Law 25 is fast approaching, and businesses must be prepared to handle the surge in Data Subject Access Requests (#DSARs). Our latest blog explores how 1touch.io Inventa's AI-powered automation streamlines the entire DSAR process – from intake to fulfillment— enabling you to achieve #RegulatoryCompliance with just 3 clicks. Discover the future of #DataPrivacyCompliance and how your business can stay ahead of the curve. Read blog: https://bit.ly/3xMwQxN #DSARAutomation #DataPrivacy #DataPrivacyRegulations

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