David Goodis Receives 2026 Karen Spector Memorial Award for Excellence in Privacy Law

INQ Law is pleased to congratulate David Goodis, Partner, on being named the recipient of the 2026 Karen Spector Memorial Award for Excellence in Privacy Law by the Ontario Bar Association (OBA).

The award recognizes a lawyer who has demonstrated exceptional contributions to the field of privacy law, including through legal excellence, thought leadership, and mentorship within the privacy law community.

David is a highly regarded privacy and data lawyer whose practice focuses on helping organizations navigate complex privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, and regulatory matters. His work reflects a deep understanding of the evolving legal and technological landscape and the practical challenges organizations face in managing data responsibly.

Throughout his career, David has contributed to the development of privacy law in Canada through his legal practice, professional leadership, and commitment to sharing knowledge with the broader legal community. His recognition with the Karen Spector Memorial Award reflects not only his expertise in privacy law, but also his ongoing contributions to the profession.

The award honours the legacy of Karen Spector, a respected privacy lawyer and advocate who made significant contributions to the development of privacy law in Ontario. The award recognizes those who demonstrate the same commitment to excellence and advancement of the field.

David’s recognition comes at an important time for privacy and data protection in Canada. As organizations face increasingly complex regulatory requirements, emerging technologies, cybersecurity risks, and evolving expectations around the use of personal information, the need for practical and forward-looking privacy expertise continues to grow.

We are proud to see David’s leadership and contributions recognized by the OBA and congratulate him on this well-deserved honour.

The 2026 Karen Spector Memorial Award for Excellence in Privacy Law will be presented at the OBA Privacy Law Summit on October 8, 2026.