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Discussion with the first Privacy Commissioner in Bermuda
I recently had the pleasure of talking to Alexander White, the first Privacy Commissioner in Bermuda. He had the challenge of setting up an office and informing citizens on the island of their privacy rights and obligations. In 2013, he hosted the Global Privacy Assembly’s annual meeting with about 500 participants. Alex has been re-appointed... read more
Saskatchewan Information and Privacy Commissioner Tables 2023-2024 Annual Report
Commissioner Ronald J. Kruzeniski, K.C., has tabled his office’s 2023-2024 Annual Report with the Legislative Assembly. It is with great significance that the theme of his final Annual Report is titled Change, for a number of reasons including that this will be his last one. In this Annual Report, Commissioner Kruzeniski has reflected back on... read more
The Search for Personal Health Information (updated)
When a patient (applicant) makes an access to information request for their personal health information, the search for responsive records may not be as easy as just checking out the health records department. The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA) applies to all personal health information in the custody or control of a trustee regardless of... read more
Ontario Introduced Bill 194
On May 13, 2024, the Ontario government introduced Bill 194: the Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act, 2024, which deals with cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI) and The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act of Ontario. You can review Bill 194 here and for a good summary you can... read more