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Does Part X apply to records created many years ago?

Does Part X apply to records created many years ago? … Yes. Even if an individual’s personal information was recorded many years before Part X came into force in January 2020, they have a right to access their record and you must protect it against privacy breaches. However, Part X does not apply …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on March 6, 2020

How long must we keep our records?

How long must we keep our records? … As a service provider, you are required to develop a policy setting out what kinds of personal information records you maintain and how long you will keep (retain) them. Part X does not dictate how long you must keep records, but it does require you to consider …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on March 6, 2020

How can the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner help me?

How can the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner help me? … Our office makes sure that children’s aid societies, Indigenous child and family well-being agencies, group homes, and other service providers follow the rules they’re supposed to, to protect and provide access to your …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on March 5, 2020

Commissioner’s Recommendations

Commissioner’s Recommendations … Modernize Ontario’s access and privacy laws Modernization of the province’s access and privacy laws is long overdue. Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and its municipal counterpart were enacted three decades ago and have not kept pace …

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- Published on March 3, 2020

Commissioner’s Message

Commissioner’s Message … Looking back, moving forward In introducing my final annual report as Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner, I want to take a moment to reflect on the vital importance of access and privacy rights. Access to information is a pillar of democracy, upholding the …

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- Published on March 3, 2020

2019 Annual Report

2019 Annual Report … 2019 Annual Report …

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- Published on March 3, 2020

2019 Annual Report Downloads

2019 Annual Report Downloads … 2019 Annual Report 2019 Statistical Report Full statistics for 2019 … 2019 Annual Report Downloads …

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- Published on March 1, 2020

Ontario Connections Conference

Ontario Connections Conference … This conference aims to provide the most useful and practical information possible for organizations regulated by FIPPA and MFIPPA in Ontario. It is intended to help such organizations understand the connections between access to information, privacy, information …

Event

- Published on February 20, 2020

Open Government Showcase

Open Government Showcase … This is a one-day event dedicated to providing the greater community that PSICC serves, with a unique and fast-paced event that highlights some of Canada's leading public service open government initiatives, leading international perspectives, and expert commentary on the …

Event

- Published on February 20, 2020

Privacy Day 2020 - Message from the Commissioner

Privacy Day 2020 - Message from the Commissioner … Today is Privacy Day. It also marks my last Privacy Day as the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario. As my term comes to an end, my thoughts turn to the accomplishments of the last five years and the challenges that lay before us. My …

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- Published on January 28, 2020

Privacy Day 2020

Privacy Day 2020 … The IPC will be showing its recognition for Privacy Day by hosting two public information tables today between 11 am and 2 pm at Toronto City Hall and Women’s College Hospital . … Privacy Day …

Event

- Published on January 28, 2020

What can I do if I don't get the information or changes I asked for?

What can I do if I don't get the information or changes I asked for? … If a service provider doesn’t let you see your personal information in your file or won’t make corrections to it, they must tell you why in writing. They must also let you know if what you’re asking for will take longer than 30 …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on January 23, 2020

Information is wrong or missing from my file, how do I get it fixed?

Information is wrong or missing from my file, how do I get it fixed? … Ask for the correction by writing to the service provider. Some service providers may have a form you can use. Tell them what is wrong or missing and be sure to give them the information needed to fix the problem. Asking for a …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on January 23, 2020

Will I get all the information I ask for? Can I ask for a copy?

Will I get all the information I ask for? Can I ask for a copy? … Sometimes the service provider may not be able to give you all the information you ask for. This could be because they aren’t allowed to under the law. When a service provider does not give you all of the information you’ve asked …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on January 23, 2020

Does Part X apply to adoption records?

Does Part X apply to adoption records? … These rules do not apply to adoption records. For more information about getting your adoption records, visit www.ontario.ca/page/search-adoption-records , or call 1-800-461-2156. … Does Part X apply to adoption …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on January 23, 2020

What kind of information can I ask for?

What kind of information can I ask for? … You can ask to see and get a copy of any or all of your personal information in your file. This could include information about your history, your health or notes from talks you’ve had with a social worker or other professional. Your service provider must …

CYFSA FAQ

- Published on January 23, 2020