Explaining Cookies in the Internet Age
The other night I overheard my daughter say, “I don’t know what cookies are. I just accept them whenever they come up.” This got me to thinking. I, too, blindly accept the offer of cookies (real or digital) without giving it a second thought. But what are we really doing when we just accept cookies... read more
Canada’s privacy regulators call for strong protection of children’s privacy in the development and use of educational technologies
As Canada marks National Child Day, privacy authorities from across the country have issued a joint resolution to help ensure that privacy rights and the best interests of children are paramount in the development, procurement, and deployment of educational technologies (EdTech). The resolution, was unanimously adopted at the annual meeting of Canada’s information and privacy... read more
How do I Request a Correction of my Personal Information or an Amendment of my Personal Health Information?
The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) and The Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (LA FOIP) provide individuals with a right of correction to their personal information. The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA) provides individuals with a right of amendment to their personal health information. Our office... read more
When AI Turns Dark
Warning: this blog contains details about suicide. If you are struggling with your mental health, call 988 for 24/7 voice or text support or visit 988.ca Sewell Setzer III is a name you may not know. He was a Florida youth who took his life in February 2024 at age 16. Shortly after he turned... read more