Bill Abbott
About Bill Abbott
Bill Abbott is the Director of Data Policy and Partner Services at TELUS in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, with extensive experience in privacy law and public policy.
Title and Current Role
Bill Abbott currently serves as the Director of Data Policy and Partner Services at TELUS in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. In this role, Bill guides TELUS' data policy through thought leadership and practical business advice on issues related to data, privacy, trust, and technology. He also manages the Data & Trust Partners team, advising TELUS businesses on data governance and privacy matters.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Before his current role, Bill Abbott held the position of Director, Data Policy and Research at TELUS from 2020 to 2023. His tenure involved providing extensive insights into data policy and research, further solidifying TELUS' standing in the data governance arena.
Work at Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission
Bill worked at the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) as Legal Counsel from 2018 to 2020. During his two years in Gatineau, Quebec, he was responsible for providing legal advice, grounding regulatory actions in strong legal precedents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Legal Roles at Bell
Bill's extensive tenure at Bell spanned from 2000 to 2017 in various roles. Initially, he served as Counsel – Regulatory Law, progressing to Senior Counsel – Regulatory Law, and later taking on the role of Bell Privacy Ombudsman. Over 17 years, he had diverse responsibilities, including overseeing regulatory law, privacy issues, and acting as Assistant General Counsel.
Education and Academic Background
Bill Abbott's educational background includes a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Information Technology from the University of Ottawa, achieved in 2000. He also holds an LL.B. in Administrative Law from Dalhousie University, completed in 1992. Additionally, he earned a B.A. in Political Studies and History from Queen's University in 1989. His academic pursuits provided a solid foundation for his career in law and data policy.