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IPC launches new expedited process

The IPC has launched a new expedited process to resolve certain access appeals and complaints more quickly, so parties can get to resolution sooner. The expedited process applies to certain types of access to information appeals under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)

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- Published on Jul 9, 2024

IPC comments on Bill 194, the Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act

IPC submission concerning Bill 194, the Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act , focusing on enhancing cyber security, guardrails concerning AI system requirements, and privacy protections for children, youth, and the public sector. The submission provides
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- Published on Jun 25, 2024

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S4-Episode 4: Artificial intelligence in health care: Balancing innovation with privacy

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to accelerate and improve many aspects of health care from diagnostics to treatment. However, the use of AI in health care also raises significant questions about privacy, patient safety, ethics, and transparency. Dr. Devin Singh of Toronto’s Hospital...

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- Published on Jun 20, 2024

Privacy and Access in Public Sector Contracting with Third Party Service Providers

This guidance provides practical advice for public sector organizations to help them identify privacy and transparency considerations when contracting with third party service providers. It includes best practices and recommendations to support proper accountability for records and personal
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- Published on Jun 17, 2024

IPC endorses statement on transparency in the digital age from the International Conference of Information Commissioners

The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Patricia Kosseim, has endorsed a statement issued at the 15th edition of the International Conference of Information Commissioners (ICIC), emphasizing the crucial role of access rights in promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen...

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- Published on Jun 13, 2024

Information and Privacy Commissioner calls for strengthened access and privacy protections for all Ontarians

TORONTO, ON (June 5, 2024) — Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner, Patricia Kosseim , is calling on the Ontario government to strengthen and enhance Ontarians’ access and privacy protections. The recommendation is included in the 2023 annual report of the Office of the Information and...

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- Published on Jun 5, 2024

New guidance outlines responsible information-sharing practices to help prevent intimate partner violence

TORONTO, ON, May 29, 2024 – Today, the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) released new guidance to help professionals better understand Ontario’s privacy laws when sharing personal information in situations involving intimate partner violence (IPV). “Intimate partner...
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- Published on May 28, 2024

LifeLabs to appeal court’s decision to release Ontario IPC and BC OIPC breach investigation report

LifeLabs has announced that it is seeking leave to appeal a court ruling upholding the decision of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) and the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia (OIPC) to make public their joint investigation report...
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- Published on May 23, 2024

IPC comments on Bill 188, the Supporting Children's Futures Act

The IPC made recommendations to the Standing Committee on Social Policy in relation to proposed amendments to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act. It is the IPC’s position that any changes related to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information must be transparent and matched by a
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- Published on May 17, 2024

IPC Careers

Join our team! current Opportunities Join the IPC as we embark on a journey of becoming a modern and effective regulator where employees have a chance to have a real, positive impact on the access and privacy rights of Ontarians. As an aspiring employer of choice, we offer our employees a hybrid

Published on Oct 6, 2022