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AI, Technology & Innovation

AI - Security and Privacy Issues (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR

Overview

AI usage is spreading quickly! Is your organization doing everything necessary to address security and privacy issues? In this course, you will learn how to enhance security and privacy when working with AI.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants. BC registrants can access the course materials and virtual meeting link through CPABC's Learning Management System (LMS) as usual. Please note that this virtual seminar will be hosted by CPA Alberta CPA Manitoba/Saskatchewan. The seminar times noted here are already adjusted to BC time. If you have questions, please contact pdreg@bccpa.ca.

 

Course Description

Security and privacy issues must be top-of-mind concerns for business professionals using AI. Yet, for far too many of these professionals, no concern is given for the potential security and privacy risks associated with AI, setting the stage for potentially disastrous results!

In this course, you will learn about AI security and privacy risks and how to manage them. This course includes discussions of the major AI companies’ security and privacy policies, how AI platforms might use your data, and how you can stay in control. Given how quickly AI is spreading, this is one course you simply cannot afford to miss.

Applicable for

This course is ideal for CPAs and business professionals seeking to mitigate the risks associated with generative AI tools. 

Learning Objectives

  • Differentiate between AI security and privacy risks 
  • List examples of key security and privacy risks associated with many of today’s AI platforms 
  • Identify best practices for mitigating the security and privacy risks associa

Content

  • Major provisions of security and privacy policies 
  • Key risks associated with using commercial AI tools 
  • Steps to take to mitigate AI security and privacy risks 

Course Dates & Registration

Sep 23, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Lavesh Chattlani
Lavesh Chattlani LAVESH CHATTLANI is the founder of Scalene AI Consulting, helping professional service firms drive measurable outcomes with AI, automation, and data strategy. With 15+ years in Canadian fintech, including senior leadership roles at Intuit QuickBooks and Sage, he’s worked with thousands of accountants to optimize their practice. A passionate educator and problem-solver, Lavesh brings expertise in workflow optimization, cloud ecosystems, and financial literacy. He’s a frequent speaker at fintech conferences, known for his strategic insight, engaging delivery—and yes, his famously bad dad jokes.
Available
Feb 17, 2027
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Lavesh Chattlani
Lavesh Chattlani LAVESH CHATTLANI is the founder of Scalene AI Consulting, helping professional service firms drive measurable outcomes with AI, automation, and data strategy. With 15+ years in Canadian fintech, including senior leadership roles at Intuit QuickBooks and Sage, he’s worked with thousands of accountants to optimize their practice. A passionate educator and problem-solver, Lavesh brings expertise in workflow optimization, cloud ecosystems, and financial literacy. He’s a frequent speaker at fintech conferences, known for his strategic insight, engaging delivery—and yes, his famously bad dad jokes.
Available

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Course Details
Cost
$75
Members
$85
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
2
Credits

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.

AI, Technology & Innovation

AI - Security and Privacy Issues (Live Webinar)

DELIVERY FORMAT
Online Virtual
SEMINAR TYPE
PD Seminar
NEW SEMINAR
Course Details
Cost
$75
Members
$85
Non-Members
Eligible Hours
1
CPD Hours
0
Ethics Hours
0
AML Hours
Passport
2
Credits

Overview

AI usage is spreading quickly! Is your organization doing everything necessary to address security and privacy issues? In this course, you will learn how to enhance security and privacy when working with AI.

 


This live virtual seminar is offered in collaboration with CPA Western Provinces. The content is applicable to all participants. BC registrants can access the course materials and virtual meeting link through CPABC's Learning Management System (LMS) as usual. Please note that this virtual seminar will be hosted by CPA Alberta CPA Manitoba/Saskatchewan. The seminar times noted here are already adjusted to BC time. If you have questions, please contact pdreg@bccpa.ca.

 

Course Description

Security and privacy issues must be top-of-mind concerns for business professionals using AI. Yet, for far too many of these professionals, no concern is given for the potential security and privacy risks associated with AI, setting the stage for potentially disastrous results!

In this course, you will learn about AI security and privacy risks and how to manage them. This course includes discussions of the major AI companies’ security and privacy policies, how AI platforms might use your data, and how you can stay in control. Given how quickly AI is spreading, this is one course you simply cannot afford to miss.

Applicable for

This course is ideal for CPAs and business professionals seeking to mitigate the risks associated with generative AI tools. 

Learning Objectives

  • Differentiate between AI security and privacy risks 
  • List examples of key security and privacy risks associated with many of today’s AI platforms 
  • Identify best practices for mitigating the security and privacy risks associa

Content

  • Major provisions of security and privacy policies 
  • Key risks associated with using commercial AI tools 
  • Steps to take to mitigate AI security and privacy risks 

Course Dates & Registration

Sep 23, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Lavesh Chattlani
Lavesh Chattlani LAVESH CHATTLANI is the founder of Scalene AI Consulting, helping professional service firms drive measurable outcomes with AI, automation, and data strategy. With 15+ years in Canadian fintech, including senior leadership roles at Intuit QuickBooks and Sage, he’s worked with thousands of accountants to optimize their practice. A passionate educator and problem-solver, Lavesh brings expertise in workflow optimization, cloud ecosystems, and financial literacy. He’s a frequent speaker at fintech conferences, known for his strategic insight, engaging delivery—and yes, his famously bad dad jokes.
Available
Feb 17, 2027
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Online Virtual
Lavesh Chattlani
Lavesh Chattlani LAVESH CHATTLANI is the founder of Scalene AI Consulting, helping professional service firms drive measurable outcomes with AI, automation, and data strategy. With 15+ years in Canadian fintech, including senior leadership roles at Intuit QuickBooks and Sage, he’s worked with thousands of accountants to optimize their practice. A passionate educator and problem-solver, Lavesh brings expertise in workflow optimization, cloud ecosystems, and financial literacy. He’s a frequent speaker at fintech conferences, known for his strategic insight, engaging delivery—and yes, his famously bad dad jokes.
Available

Improving Your Virtual Learning Experience

Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with some requiring microphone and camera capabilities to support a proper learning experience – please email pdreg@bccpa.ca if you have concerns. 

In general, we encourage participants to have their cameras turned on to enhance their virtual learning experience. This practice promotes a stronger connection with the instructor and fellow participants, and fosters improved communication and collaboration.

Live Webinar FAQs can be found here.  

 

Registration terms and conditions, including the cancellation policy can be found here. If you require further assistance, please contact the PD Department. 

Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.