The law and rules around home surveillance cameras in Canada

Home video cameras are everywhere and disputes with neighbours are increasingly common. So what are the laws and rules you should be aware of before you buy and install home security cameras?

Contents

0:04 Introduction
1:42 Different rules for personal collection of personal information
3:38 Criminal laws that may apply
5:43 Civil laws that may apply
11:19 Other rules to think about
11:56 Public places like sidewalks
12:23 Dealing with the police
13:30 Best practices

Cases referred-to

Suzuki v Munroe, 2009 BCSC 1403 https://canlii.ca/t/26gg7
Minicucci v Liu, 2021 BCSC 1640 https://canlii.ca/t/jhnjb
Lupuliak v Condominium Plan No 8211689, 2022 ABQB 65 https://canlii.ca/t/jm082


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This is intended for education and information only and should not be taken as legal advice. This is a complicated area and if you need advice for your particular situation, you should seek out qualified counsel. All views expressed are solely those of the creator.