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Ontario IPC blog on AI and the public sector

England’s ICO issues Tech Horizons Report

Guidelines for use of AI by lawyers

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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

Guidelines

March 17, 2021

Steps to Charging Fees

Steps to Charging Fees 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 for reasonable cost recovery associated with providing individuals access to records.  A reasonable fee estimate is one that is proportionate to the work required on the... read more

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March 17, 2021

Application to Disregard an Access to Information Request or Request for Correction

Application to Disregard an Access to Information Request or Request for Correction A Guide for Public Bodies and Applicants This resource will explain what a public body or applicant needs to know about disregarding applications and requests pursuant to section 45.1 of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) and section 43.1... read more

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March 17, 2021

Understanding the Duty to Assist

A Guide for Public Bodies Understanding the Duty to Assist This guide provides assistance to public bodies in understanding their duty to assist applicants which requires reasonable effort to not only identify and seek out records responsive to an applicant’s access to information request, but to explain the steps in the process and seek any... read more

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