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Is implied consent enough in Canada?

Sometimes, With Limits. CASL allows implied consent from existing business relationships for limited periods (24 months from purchase, 6 months from inquiry). Beyond those periods, express consent is required.

Implied consent under CASL has clear time limits and conditions. Not all relationships create implied consent; specific qualifying interactions are required.

Track consent basis and expiration. Transition implied consent relationships to express consent before expiration. Implied consent is not permanent permission.