Who We Are
BC Privacy Law Expertise, Built Over a Decade
PrivacyFirst Consulting was founded on a single conviction: that BC organizations deserve privacy consulting that is precise, practical, and grounded in the statutes that actually govern them.
Our Mission
We exist to make privacy compliance achievable, not as a bureaucratic exercise, but as a genuine organizational capability. Every engagement is designed to leave your team more capable, your documentation more defensible, and your obligations more clearly understood.
Credentials & Expertise
Qualified. Certified. BC-Focused.
LL.M. in Privacy & Cybersecurity Law
Graduate-level legal specialization in privacy and cybersecurity law, providing the doctrinal depth to navigate complex regulatory and data governance challenges.
IAPP Certified
Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/C) and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), combining deep Canadian privacy law knowledge with the organizational management expertise to build and sustain effective privacy programs.
OIPC Familiarity
Extensive experience with Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner processes, investigations, and compliance expectations.
Cross-Sector Experience
Clients across health, education, local government, financial services, technology, and professional services sectors.
Our Approach
How We Work
Statute-First
Every recommendation traces back to the applicable legislation. We do not rely on generic best practices when the statute provides a clear answer.
Proportionate
We calibrate our advice to your organization's size, risk profile, and operational reality, not to a theoretical ideal.
Defensible
Our documentation and assessments are designed to withstand regulatory scrutiny. We write for the OIPC, not just for the file.
Plain Language
Privacy law is complex. Our advice is not. We translate statutory obligations into clear, actionable guidance your team can follow.