Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I'm Tiéoulé Traoré. I'm the head of government and regulatory affairs for IBM Canada. On behalf of IBM Canada, I would like to thank this committee for the opportunity to testify on Bill C-26, and more specifically on part 2, the focus of our testimony.
The digitization of the global economy has increased the need for government and businesses to protect themselves from constantly evolving cyber-threats. Strong cybersecurity protocols should be viewed as digital foundations for all entities seeking to maximize the power of tools such as cloud, AI, and quantum computing.
IBM Canada fully supports the principles of Bill C‑26.
Indeed, Canada must ensure that its critical infrastructure is properly protected from cyberthreats. The skyrocketing number of cyber‑attacks is a global phenomenon that does not spare our country, so action is crucial.
However, to maximize the real impact of Bill C‑26, we argue that it should be amended by this committee. The focus should be on three points: clarifying definitions, aligning the bill with international standards and avoiding potential excesses.
My colleague Daina Proctor will now go through each recommendation.