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Understanding Personal Information

Access and privacy laws protect the privacy of Ontarians’ personal information and give individuals the right to access their own information.

To help you understand the meaning of the term “personal information,” the IPC has published a new fact sheet answering some frequently asked questions. This document is part of a series designed to help professionals and the public understand Ontario’s access and privacy laws.

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