Document background
The Arbitration Confidentiality Agreement is essential for protecting sensitive information during dispute resolution processes in Canada. This document becomes necessary when parties enter into arbitration and need to ensure that confidential business information, trade secrets, and other sensitive data shared during the proceedings remain protected. The agreement complies with Canadian federal and provincial arbitration laws, privacy legislation, and relevant international conventions. It is particularly crucial for commercial disputes where public disclosure could harm business interests or competitive positions. The document typically works in conjunction with the main arbitration agreement and institutional rules, providing specific provisions for information handling, permitted disclosures, and consequences of breach.
