Nunavut’s privacy commissioner investigates government’s mail practices

Alberta promises increased privacy protections

British Columbians facing longer wait times to access records from BC Government

Ontario IPC blog on AI and the public sector

England’s ICO issues Tech Horizons Report

Guidelines for use of AI by lawyers

Federal Privacy Commissioner issues report on RCMP collection of data from third parties

Ontario IPC issues guidance on police use of facial recognition and mug shots

European Parliament passes landmark AI Act on March 13

Princess Kate-attempted breach of her personal information

Privacy

March 18, 2021

Yes, You Can

The Advocate for Children and Youth and the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Saskatchewan have worked together to develop this resource to clarify some common misunderstandings about privacy related to child protection and reporting. This resource aims to dispel the myths about sharing information with child protection workers and peace officers. Yes, You Can read more

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March 18, 2021

Video Surveillance Guidelines for Public Bodies

Video Surveillance Guidelines for Public Bodies These guidelines provide considerations for public bodies when deciding whether proposed or existing surveillance systems are lawful and for ensuring adequate safeguards are in place. Introduction Under The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP), The Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (LA... read more

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March 18, 2021

Privacy Breach Guidelines for Trustees

Privacy Breach Guidelines for Trustees This document has two purposes. The first is to assist health trustees to understand what a privacy breach is and how to deal with one. The second is to outline what to expect from a privacy breach investigation from the office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC). For more... read more

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