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When can I collect, use and disclose personal information?

When can I collect, use and disclose personal information? … As a service provider, you must have an individual’s consent to collect, use or disclose personal information — except in certain cases permitted by the act. Even when you have consent, there are limits on when and how much personal …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on May 14, 2019

What kinds of records are covered by Part X?

What kinds of records are covered by Part X? … Part X applies to personal information held by child and family service providers. If a record contains no information about an identifiable individual, Part X does not apply. The personal information must relate to a service provided or funded under …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on May 14, 2019

New IPC Document: Fees, Fee Estimates and Fee Waivers

New IPC Document: Fees, Fee Estimates and Fee Waivers … Institutions under FIPPA and MFIPPA are permitted to charge fees for handling requests to access government records. Today, the IPC released an updated guidance document, Fees, Fee Estimates and Fee Waivers . A number of important orders and …

Blog

- Published on June 11, 2018

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

New PHIPA Code of Procedure

New PHIPA Code of Procedure … The IPC has published a new Code of Procedure for Matters under the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 . This code comes into force on March 15, 2017, and will apply immediately to all IPC files under PHIPA . This code replaces the IPC’s “Code of …

Blog

- Published on March 1, 2017

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 …

Blog

- Published on November 28, 2016

Considering Video Surveillance?

Considering Video Surveillance? … There are a number of important factors Ontario institutions should consider before implementing a video surveillance system. Most importantly, video surveillance must be used in a way that protects individual privacy to be compliant with the law. These …

Blog

- Published on November 9, 2016

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

What You Need Know If You Are Affected by a Freedom of Information Request

What You Need Know If You Are Affected by a Freedom of Information Request … Under the access and privacy legislation, everyone has a right to request access to records held by Ontario’s public institutions. All institutions are required by law to protect your personal information, and to follow …

Blog

- Published on September 26, 2016

Best Practices for Automated Licence Plate Recognition Technologies

Best Practices for Automated Licence Plate Recognition Technologies … Automated licence plate recognition (ALPR) technologies can quickly capture and match large volumes of licence plate numbers to lists of plates stored in a database. Police services in Ontario use ALPR systems to match licence …

Blog

- Published on September 21, 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