The federal government has ordered Hikvision to shutter its Canadian business — affecting hundreds of jobs across the country.
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said in a statement on X (formerly Twitter) that a “multi-step review” of the Chinese-owned surveillance equipment manufacturer under the Investment Canada Act determined continued operations would be “injurious to Canada’s national security.”
“In addition to this action, the Government of Canada is prohibiting the purchase or use of Hikvision products in government departments, agencies, and crown corporations.”
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is investigating the entitlements of Hikvision Canada employees affected by the decision. If that includes you or a loved one, contact us immediately.
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Hikvision condemned the federal government’s order to cease Canadian operations — arguing that it “lacks a factual basis, procedural fairness, and transparency.”
“Instead of evaluating our technology on its cybersecurity merits, the decision appears to be driven by the parent company’s country of origin, reflecting broader geopolitical tensions and an unjustified bias against Chinese companies,” a statement from the company reads.
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