Canadians are being asked for their input on proposed legislation that would strengthen safeguards against identity theft and include measures aimed at helping victims of such crimes.
The Consumers Measures Committee, a committee comprised of federal, provincial, and territorial consumer protection representatives, has launched a public consultation on identity theft.
The background paper identifies several potential legislative solutions including:
Comments on the paper are due by September 15, 2005.
Click here for the consultation paper and information on how to submit feedback