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Chapter 6 for the Guide to FOIP is now available!
Chapter 6 for the Guide to FOIP is now available! This Chapter is all about privacy and Part IV of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP). Government institutions will find helpful information on each provision related to privacy and some underlying principles including but not limited to: Foundational privacy concepts and... read more
Data Privacy Day-January 28, 2023
Data Privacy Day is internationally recognized as a day to bring awareness about the importance of protecting personal information. The last few years has resulted in a major shift in how we conduct business. We make purchases online, schedule Dr’s visits with health care professionals via video conferencing, attend classes online and many of us... read more
Live Streaming a Public Meeting
The Legislative Assembly broadcasts its proceedings over the internet. Each word spoken by an MLA is recorded and published in Hansard. Hansard is available to the public. Similarly, committees of the Legislative Assembly are public, sometimes broadcasted and recorded in Hansard. Both video and text are available on the Legislative Assembly web site at (www.legassembly.sk.ca/). Committees can decide to... read more
The Legislation Act- Things to Know
I had formerly prepared a blog that discussed The Interpretation Act, 1995 and some things to look out for as it relates to FOIP and LA FOIP. However, The Interpretation Act, 1995 was replaced in May 2019 by The Legislation Act (Legislation Act), so this blog has been updated to reflect those changes. There are... read more