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Protecting Privacy in Open Government

Protecting Privacy in Open Government … The IPC strongly supports Open Government initiatives and encourages Ontario institutions to be more open and transparent, and to enhance their engagement with the public. Without appropriate measures, however, institutions could face the following risks: …

Blog

- Published on March 15, 2017

Improving Access and Privacy with RIM

Improving Access and Privacy with RIM … Developing effective records and information management (RIM) practices helps Ontario institutions meet their legal requirements and better serve the public. Poor RIM practices can negatively affect an institution’s ability to: respond to access requests in a …

Blog

- Published on November 3, 2016

Commissioner Brian Beamish's Statement on Right to Know Week 2016

Commissioner Brian Beamish's Statement on Right to Know Week 2016 … “This year marks the 250 th anniversary of the world’s first access to information legislation and so this Right to Know Week presents a chance to reflect on how far we have come in Ontario and more importantly, the path we would …

Blog

- Published on September 26, 2016

Understanding the Risks of Emailing Health Information

Understanding the Risks of Emailing Health Information … Individuals and organizations rely on email for its convenience, speed and economy. Health information custodians are no exception. While email offers many benefits, it also poses risks to the privacy of individuals and to the security of …

Blog

- Published on September 15, 2016

Understanding and Implementing Open Government Initiatives

Understanding and Implementing Open Government Initiatives … Today we are releasing two papers on Open Government, which is a concept based on the core belief that the public has the right to access the records and proceedings of government. Governments around the world are recognizing Open …

Blog

- Published on September 6, 2016

The IPC is coming to London!

The IPC is coming to London! … To commemorate Right to Know Week, Ontario's Information and Privacy Commissioner, Brian Beamish, is coming to London to discuss emerging trends in access to information and open government at Western University on September 27. The morning’s agenda will also include …

Blog

- Published on August 25, 2016

Reaching Out to Ontario: London

Reaching Out to Ontario: London … The Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) will host a special event at Western University on September 27, 2016, as part of our Reaching Out to Ontario program. Commissioner Brian Beamish and other IPC leaders will recognize Right to Know Week by highlighting …

Event

- Published on August 24, 2016

AMCTO Open and Smart Communities Forum

AMCTO Open and Smart Communities Forum … Director of Policy, Renee Barrette, will be participating on a panel discussing Open Government and Open Data, and the value that can be created, measured and demonstrated to elected officials and citizens. For more information, visit the AMCTO . … AMCTO …

Event

- Published on August 18, 2016

Your Privacy and Your Health Card

Your Privacy and Your Health Card … Being asked for identification is something just about everyone has experienced at one time or another, for example when making a large purchase or applying for a gym membership. Most of us in Ontario have also at one time or another been asked for our health …

Blog

- Published on February 3, 2016

Updated FAQs on Health Cards and Health Numbers

Updated FAQs on Health Cards and Health Numbers … Health cards are important pieces of ID, commonly requested by a variety of individuals and organizations, not just health information custodians. However, Ontarians may not be aware of their rights and responsibilities when requiring, requesting, …

Blog

- Published on November 23, 2015

Commissioner Calls for Greater Transparency In Government Procurement Records

Commissioner Calls for Greater Transparency In Government Procurement Records … TORONTO, September 25, 2015 – Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner, Brian Beamish, is calling on all levels of the public sector to proactively publish contracting information so that the public may scrutinize …

News Release

- Published on September 25, 2015

Commissioner Charts a Course for the Future of Access and Privacy in Ontario

Commissioner Charts a Course for the Future of Access and Privacy in Ontario … Toronto, May 26, 2015 – Ontarians expect their governments and broader public sector organizations to embrace new technologies for the effective and efficient delivery of programs and services. These technologies can be …

News Release

- Published on May 26, 2015

Statement on the Sale of Hydro One

Statement on the Sale of Hydro One … Ontario’s Independent Officers of the Legislative Assembly are calling on the provincial government to reverse plans in the Budget Bill that they believe will significantly reduce important oversight powers. … Statement on the Sale of Hydro …

News Release

- Published on May 14, 2015