Check out the OIPC’s new resource Steps to Processing an Access to Information Request

OPC examines websites and apps used by children as part of global privacy sweep

Statement on proposed changes to Ontario’s FIPPA stemming from the production order issued by Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner which was upheld by the Divisional Court.

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New Report Posted: Read Snooping in a Police Database for more information

Check out this new resource that explains the interaction between LA FOIP and The Municipalities Act in the province of Saskatchewan and as it pertains to personal information.

When AI Turns DarkWarning: this blog contains details about suicide. If you are struggling with your mental health, call 988 for 24/7 voice or text support or visit 988.ca

Tag: technology

March 25, 2026 - Danielle Thresher, Manager of Administration

Managing Electronic Records

One of the many challenges an organization may face when transitioning from paper-based to electronic records is ensuring proper records management processes are in place. While paper records can be easily organized and stored while waiting for retention periods to be met, electronic records can take a bit more work. Our office has succeeded in... read more

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December 3, 2025 - Sarah Barrett, Analyst

Explaining Cookies in the Internet Age

The other night I overheard my daughter say, “I don’t know what cookies are. I just accept them whenever they come up.” This got me to thinking. I, too, blindly accept the offer of cookies (real or digital) without giving it a second thought. But what are we really doing when we just accept cookies... read more

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November 18, 2025 - Rick Yachiw, Director of Compliance

When AI Turns Dark

Warning: this blog contains details about suicide. If you are struggling with your mental health, call 988 for 24/7 voice or text support or visit 988.ca Sewell Setzer III is a name you may not know. He was a Florida youth who took his life in February 2024 at age 16. Shortly after he turned... read more

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October 30, 2025 - Grace Hession David, Information and Privacy Commissioner

Surveillance in Personal Care Homes: A Case Study

We often get questions from those working in personal care homes and family members of residents about the use of hidden video surveillance. We thought we would share some of our thoughts on the issue as it relates to privacy concerns. Imagine this scenario: Family members of Grandmother, an elderly woman with dementia, suspect that... read more

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