Archive (Year: 2025)
Canada’s Information Regulators call on their respective governments to promote a more robust information ecosystem
Gatineau, Québec, November 5, 2025 – In an era where false and misleading information can spread rapidly and influence public discourse, Canada’s Federal, Provincial, and Territorial Information Commissioners and Ombuds (FPT Information Regulators) are urging governments and public institutions to modernize access to information laws, proactively disclose records, and ensure the integrity of public information.... read more
Work Product vs. Personal Information
Personal information is defined in section 24 of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) and section 23 of The Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (LA FOIP). An individual’s employment history is personal information. However, it should be noted that if the individual’s employment status or business... read more
Health Care Personal Information Snooping: When Will People Learn?
Those who wish to snoop into health care databases to get personal health information with respect to their friends, family, acquaintances or even strangers, should realize that they are violating the privacy legislation in Saskatchewan and the consequences will likely be significant. We will review the basics of a unique snooping case in Saskatchewan where... read more
Surveillance in Personal Care Homes: A Case Study
We often get questions from those working in personal care homes and family members of residents about the use of hidden video surveillance. We thought we would share some of our thoughts on the issue as it relates to privacy concerns. Imagine this scenario: Family members of Grandmother, an elderly woman with dementia, suspect that... read more