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Empowering young people in today’s digital world

Empowering young people in today’s digital world … Last month, I had the opportunity to join the international community of privacy regulators at the 46th Annual Global Privacy Assembly . The theme of this year’s assembly was to explore how we can balance the power of information with the need for …

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- Published on November 20, 2024

School’s out for the summer — or is it?

School’s out for the summer — or is it? … In the hazy, lazy, remaining days of August, the last thing parents and kids want to think about is school! As a student, I remember being in denial about it right up until Labour Day weekend. Only then would my mind suddenly turn to seeing my classmates …

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- Published on August 21, 2024

Media Literacy Week: Protecting and empowering students in the digital age

Media Literacy Week: Protecting and empowering students in the digital age … Guest blog by Commissioner Kosseim for  MediaSmarts  in recognition of Media Literacy Week Young people today love going online. Whether it’s for educational purposes, social networking or gaming — there is always …

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- Published on October 20, 2023

IPC’s Back-to-School Lesson Plans: Helping kids learn about online privacy

IPC’s Back-to-School Lesson Plans: Helping kids learn about online privacy … The digital landscape has become an inseparable part of children and youth's lives, offering boundless opportunities for learning, connecting, and having fun. However, amid this abundance of technology, young people don’t …

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- Published on August 16, 2023

Privacy Pursuit! Teaching kids about privacy in a fun way

Privacy Pursuit! Teaching kids about privacy in a fun way … Children use the internet for so many different things these days. They play games, watch shows and videos, visit websites, listen to music, use apps, engage in social networks, chat with family and friends, and even do schoolwork online. …

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- Published on September 23, 2021

Access and Privacy Under Ontario's Child and Family Services Law

Access and Privacy Under Ontario's Child and Family Services Law … On January 1, 2020,  Part X  of the Child, Youth, and Family Services Act comes into force, creating a new access and privacy framework for Ontario’s child and family services sector. The Information and Privacy Commissioner will …

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- Published on October 21, 2019

Access and Privacy 101 - Tips for Teachers

Access and Privacy 101 - Tips for Teachers … With the new school year on the horizon, the IPC is educating the educators about their obligations when handling students’ confidential information. School boards, educators, and administrators in Ontario’s public and separate school system are …

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- Published on August 26, 2019

Protecting Privacy in Ontario Schools

Protecting Privacy in Ontario Schools … There are more than two million students enrolled in Ontario’s public and separate schools. School boards, teachers and administrators are required to keep each student’s personal information secure and confidential. Today the IPC released A Guide to Privacy …

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- Published on January 11, 2019

New Lesson Plans for Educators: Privacy Rights, Digital Literacy and Online Safety

New Lesson Plans for Educators: Privacy Rights, Digital Literacy and Online Safety … Today, Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial privacy authorities jointly released a set of lesson plans designed for educators to teach students about privacy rights, digital literacy and online safety. …

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- Published on June 18, 2018

Teachers Must Consider Privacy Before Using Online Services

Teachers Must Consider Privacy Before Using Online Services … Educators are using online educational services for student learning, communication and evaluation.  While these services may be innovative, accessible and available at little or no cost, their use could put the privacy of students and …

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- Published on November 28, 2016

Resolution for Framework on Privacy Education

Resolution for Framework on Privacy Education … This week, Assistant Commissioner Sherry Liang is representing the IPC at the 38th International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners , in Marrakesh, Morocco. The conference brings together data protection authorities from around …

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- Published on October 20, 2016

Yes, You Can Share Information to Protect a Child

Yes, You Can Share Information to Protect a Child … Today, in collaboration with the Provincial Advocate for Children and Youth, we released a new guide to help professionals working with children understand that privacy legislation should not be a barrier to sharing information with a children’s …

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- Published on January 20, 2016