@constantine there is a class action law suit right now agains Bell for targeted emails. But they apparently also shared customers info without asking. Spam rules in Canada have nothing to do with the initial communication. But mostly how that communication started. And also Its what happens after. So if a person asks you to stop then you have to stop. If you dont then there are repercussions according to how spam works.
Also another thing to note is the legislation has to do with commercial buisness. Key aspects of the law dont cover if you receive spam but more importantly how they have your information. Which could be through harvesting your email or creating spyware to track you for your information.
Here is some info for you.
It is important that you submit your concerns about email address harvesting, spyware and other similar electronic threats to the Spam Reporting Centre.
The Spam Reporting Centre is the central repository for information about spam-related activity and threats. While a submission from a single individual about a possible contravention may not provide sufficient evidence to enable the OPC to open an investigation, the collective submissions of many Canadians will help identify possible organizations contravening the legislation which may warrant action.
Your submission may also be a matter of interest under the CASL mandates of either the CRTC or the Competition Bureau.
https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-canada/the-personal-information-protection-...
