DIACC | Digital ID & Authentication Council of Canada

Apr 28, 2020 in Guest Blogs, Members by DIACC

Yoti’s Commitment to Doing Good During the COVID-19 Pandemic

by Leigh Day, Business Development Manager, Canada, Yoti In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the team at Yoti made a pledge. We are offering free, contactless identity verification for health organizations and volunteer initiatives working...

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Apr 27, 2020 in News by DIACC

COVID-19 Actions Directory

The social distancing measures that are required to manage the COVID-19 pandemic only serve to further illustrate the urgent need for an ecosystem of identity solutions and services that are secure, privacy-respecting, and convenient to...

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Apr 27, 2020 in Papers & Projects, White Papers & Case Studies by DIACC

Understanding Face Biometrics for Identity Verification and Authentication

Applied Recognition and the Digital ID & Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC) developed this report to highlight the opportunities for businesses in adopting biometrics to verify and authenticate identity, with the next generation of technology...

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Apr 27, 2020 in Letters from the President by DIACC

Why Canada Needs a Digital ID Framework

Canada must become a nation of digital identity. What does this mean, exactly? I believe that Canadians should be in control of their personal data. I also think that there should be standards and practices...

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Apr 20, 2020 in News by DIACC

DIACC Investing in Quebec, Investing in Digital Identity

Canada urgently needs a truly Pan-Canadian Digital Identity ecosystem that is secure, privacy-respecting, and easy to use. That’s why DIACC focuses on solving one issue – accelerating the delivery of truly Pan-Canadian Digital Identity that works...

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Mar 23, 2020 in Guest Blogs, Members by DIACC

In a work-from-home world, a reliable digital ID is ever more important

by Michelle Johnston, Consultant, Government Strategy and Innovation, Equifax Canada In the wake of COVID-19, Canada and the world are experiencing unprecedented changes to the regular course of business. Many companies have shown tremendous leadership...

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Mar 19, 2020 in News by DIACC

Creation of the first National Digital Identity Laboratory

TORONTO, GATINEAU March 19, 2020 - The Digital ID and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC) is pleased to announce a collaborative partnership with Canada's cybersecurity cluster, In-Sec-M, to create the first national digital identity lab....

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Mar 19, 2020 in Guest Blogs, Members by DIACC

Digital Identity Offers a Business Continuity Roadmap to Reduce the Impact of COVID-19 in Canada

by Matthew Unger, CEO, iComply For most Canadians today, physical human interaction is required to complete most major financial transactions. Many of Canada’s largest banks, insurance companies, real estate agencies, mortgage brokers, credit unions, and...

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Mar 10, 2020 in PCTF Reviews by DIACC

Request for Comment and IPR Review: PCTF Verified Person, Privacy, and Glossary Draft Recommendations V1.0

STATUS: This review is now closed. Thank you for your participation! Le français suit... Notice of Intent: DIACC is collaborating to develop and publish a Verified Person and Privacy industry standards as components of the Pan-Canadian...

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Mar 6, 2020 in Women in Identity Spotlights by DIACC

DIACC Women in Digital Identity

Gender parity is a topic often at the forefront of discussion, particularly in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers - a field largely dominated by men. While women are making strides in the tech...

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