Ontario IPC releases a new independent research report on emerging technology- Emerging Uses of Neurotechnology.

Privacy Commissioner of Canada and UK Information Commissioner’s Office issue a joint letter regarding 23andMe’s bankruptcy proceedings

Instagram still posing serious risks to children, campaigners say

English Information Commissioner issues statement on police use of facial recognition technology (FRT)

BC OIPC provides instruction to delete a user account and DNA on 23andMe

Alberta, update to access and privacy legislation, passed in December and in force this spring

Federal Privacy Commissioner launches new online privacy breach risk self-assessment tool

Law Society – Bite Size video – cloud computing guide

Ontario IPC commissions report on workplace surveillance technologies

Australian IPC releases new Privacy Basics e-Learning module

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March 17, 2021

Model Letters FOIP

Developed by the Ministry of Justice Access and Privacy Branch, these model letters will assist government institutions when processing access to information requests under FOIP. View Documents read more

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March 17, 2021

Using Affidavits in a Review with the IPC

Using Affidavits in a Review with the IPC In reviews by the IPC, affidavits may be used to make a public body/trustee’s case for exemption. Affidavits may be desirable because, unlike other statements made to the Commissioner’s office, an affidavit is evidence given under oath and makes a stronger case. An affidavit is a written... read more

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March 17, 2021

Checklist for Searching for Personal Health Information

This checklist will help guide trustees through the process of searching for personal health information for the purpose of responding to an individual’s request for their personal health information. Checklist for Searching for Personal Health Information read more

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