Wesley Ng

Wesley Ng leads the Technology Group and oversees the Diversity & Inclusion Committee in the Toronto office, with a practice honing in on information technology, e-commerce, and biotechnology transactions, along with privacy matters, including adherence to Canada's anti-spam legislation (CASL).

Wesley's guidance is sought for business process outsourcings, service agreements, the exploitation of technology (encompassing development, commercialization, and licensing), significant procurements, and technology-centric acquisitions and divestitures, both domestically and internationally. He lends his technology-related expertise to various sectors such as financial services, insurance, and healthcare, to name a few.

Furthermore, Wesley addresses privacy and social media issues, handling privacy complaints, breaches, and related regulatory investigations. His CASL compliance support includes interpreting legislation, reviewing e-marketing practices, conducting training, and advising on consent outreach campaigns. Wesley's client assistance extends to licensing, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, financing, and technology development.

As a member of several prestigious law and technology associations, Wesley's professional engagement spans both national and international platforms.

Wesley's background includes an LL.B. from Osgoode Hall Law School and a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario. His legal practice in Ontario began in 2000.

Recognized as a leading lawyer in Information Technology by Chambers Canada, Chambers Global, and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Wesley's contributions to technology and IT law are widely acclaimed.

His publications cover outsourcing in Canada and chapters on privacy and e-commerce, contributing significantly to the understanding of these areas.

Wesley's expertise on bank secrecy laws in Canada further showcases his diverse knowledge base.

Stikeman Elliott's recognition as a leading business law firm in Chambers Global and by The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory underscores Wesley's contributions to the firm's success.

His participation in speaking engagements on negotiating hardware/software agreements, negotiation basics, and diversity in law highlights his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering inclusivity within the legal profession.