This piece was featured in the Logic on September 2, 2025
A new federal border security bill, Bill C-2, would require Canadian companies to create digital entry points so police and intelligence agencies can access online communications. Supporters argue it’s a necessary modernization of law enforcement powers, but cybersecurity experts warn it could open the door to new risks. Charles Finlay, Founding Executive Director of Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst, says Canada must carefully balance public safety with digital security. “Our adversaries are well-resourced, highly motivated, and overwhelmingly successful,” he warns, adding that government-mandated access points could quickly become prime targets for hackers. The bill returns to Parliament this month. Read the full piece in The Logic to see why critics believe it could undermine both Canada’s competitiveness and citizens’ privacy.
