What is Data Privacy Week?

Data Privacy Week (DPW) is a globally acknowledged initiative dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of privacy and safeguarding personal information.

Data Privacy Day was first established in Canada and the United States in 2008 as an extension of Europe’s Data Protection Day, which commemorates the signing of Convention 108 on January 28, 1981—the first legally binding international treaty on privacy and data protection.

Why is it Important?

Now a week-long, globally acknowledged initiative, Data Privacy Week (DPW) is dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of privacy and safeguarding personal information. The theme for DPW 2024 is “Take control of your data.”

The event unites individuals, government representatives, corporations, non-profits, academics, educators, and students worldwide with goal of increasing awareness surrounding privacy and data protection.

Get Involved!

DPW unites individuals, government representatives, corporations, non-profits, academics, educators, and students worldwide with the goal of increasing awareness surrounding privacy and data protection. Follow along and participate in the action using this year’s hashtag #DPW2024 on all social media platforms.

Visit The Privacy Commissioner of Canada website to learn more!