Protecting Whistleblowers in the Private Sector: Lessons from Elsewhere

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August 25 2026 - Whistleblower protection is an essential tool for stopping fraud and wrongdoing in the private sector, as well as the public. While Canadian corporations in some sectors have admirable policies and practices, there is much we can learn from law, policies, and practices elsewhere. 

Join a panel of global private sector whistleblowing experts who will examine best international law and practices that could serve as models for Canada,

Panelists: • Elizabeth Gardiner, Joint CEO of Protect – the UK’s leading organization whistleblower protection and advocacy organization. • Christian Hauser, Professor at FHGR University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland who has conducted significant research into private sector WB issues over many years  • Anna Myers, Executive Director, Whistleblowing International Network composed of whistleblower protection organizations from around the world.

Moderator: • Sandy Boucher, leads investigations and cybersecurity practices for Doane Grant Thornton LLP and is a Senior Fellow, Centre for Free Expression