Entry-into-force timeline

Law 25 came into force in stages. Today, everything applies.

Date Main provisions
2022-09-22 Designation and publication of the RPRP, management and register of confidentiality incidents
2023-09-22 Stronger consent, transparency, PIAs, protection by default, automated decisions, anonymization, transfers outside Québec, penalties and civil remedy
2024-09-22 Right to data portability

Key points

  • There is no grace period any more: obligations are in force.
  • The CAI can impose administrative penalties; courts can impose penal fines; individuals can seek redress in court.

Detailed legal framework: see the reference guide — Entry-into-force timeline.