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May 13, 2025 in Policy and Positions by DIACC

Advancing Digital Trust to Strengthen Public Safety

https://youtu.be/ZlMty6a5blA Current Landscape The public safety sector is undergoing rapid digital transformation, embracing new technologies to enhance emergency response, law enforcement, and disaster management. However, this shift also brings challenges such as data security risks,...

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Apr 14, 2025 in Member Spotlights by DIACC

Spotlight on Paays

1. What is the mission and vision of Paays? Building the foundation of trust in Auto Finance. Empowering Dealers and Lenders to serve their customers better, faster and more securely. 2. Why is trustworthy digital...

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Apr 11, 2025 in Member Spotlights by DIACC

Spotlight on Keyless

1. What is the mission and vision of Keyless? Our vision is for a safer, more private world. Keyless is on a mission to redefine how the world authenticates - enabling people to securely access...

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Apr 8, 2025 in Policy and Positions by DIACC

Advancing Digital Trust for Government Service Modernization

https://youtu.be/Cx5YnHb3oXo Current Landscape Governments worldwide are accelerating their digital transformation efforts to meet the growing expectations of citizens and businesses. Canada is no exception, with public sector services increasingly moving online to improve efficiency, accessibility,...

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Mar 12, 2025 in Policy and Positions by DIACC

The Digital ID and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC) Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations (March 2025)

Submitted by: Joni Brennan, President List of recommendations Recommendation 1: That the government prioritize digital trust in four areas critical to Canada’s leadership and the privacy, security and protection of our people and industries, including:...

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Mar 11, 2025 in Policy and Positions by DIACC

Advancing Digital Trust to Fuel E-Commerce Growth and Empower Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

https://youtu.be/Dddb2FwsNnA Current Landscape Canada’s e-commerce sector is growing faster than ever due to emerging technology and changing customer habits. While this creates significant opportunities, it also presents challenges for small and medium businesses (SMBs), their...

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Mar 4, 2025 in Certification by DIACC

Outlier Becomes First Canadian Firm Accredited as a DIACC Auditor

Toronto, March 4, 2025 – DIACC proudly announces that Outlier Solutions Inc. (Outlier Compliance Group) has achieved accreditation as an official auditor. This milestone underscores Outlier’s commitment to enhancing the safety and consistency of Canada’s...

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Feb 10, 2025 in Policy and Positions by DIACC

Advancing and Evolving Digital Trust in the Finance and Regulatory Sectors

https://youtu.be/Ah4Jln1cvcY Current Landscape The finance and regulatory sectors are undergoing rapid digital transformation. While the industry pioneers new technology and moves away from conventional platforms, it faces rising fraud, privacy breaches, and growing consumer skepticism...

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Feb 3, 2025 in PCTF Reviews by DIACC

Request for Comment & IPR Review: PCTF Law Society Profile and PCTF Glossary

This review period has closed as of March 20, 2025. Notice of Intent: DIACC is collaborating to develop and publish the Law Society Profile of the Pan-Canadian Trust Framework (PCTF) to set a baseline interoperability...

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Jan 28, 2025 in Certification by DIACC

Treefort Achieves DIACC Certification, Elevating Identity Verification Standards Across Canada

Toronto, January 27, 2025 — The Digital ID and Authentication Council of Canada (DIACC) proudly announces that Treefort has received the prestigious Pan-Canadian Trust Framework (PCTF) Verified Person certification for its groundbreaking Identity Verification (IDV)...

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