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Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Government Administration
Toronto, Ontario 13,596 followers
Protecting the privacy and access to information rights of Ontarians.
About us
The role of the Information and Privacy Commissioner is set out in three statutes: the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Personal Health Information Protection Act. The IPC acts independently of government to uphold and promote open government and the protection of personal privacy. Under the three Acts, the Information and Privacy Commissioner: - Resolves access to information appeals and complaints when government or health care practitioners and organizations refuse to grant requests for access or correction; - Investigates complaints with respect to personal information held by government or health care practitioners and organizations; - Conducts research into access and privacy issues; - Comments on proposed government legislation and programs; and - Educates the public about Ontario’s access and privacy laws.
- Website
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http://www.ipc.on.ca
External link for Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1987
Locations
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Primary
2 Bloor Street East
Suite 1400
Toronto, Ontario M4W 1A8, CA
Employees at Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Updates
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The IPC is seeking a dynamic HR Coordinator to handle essential administrative tasks, support recruitment efforts, and maintain smooth union-management relations. If you’re passionate about HR and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply today! https://ow.ly/8xb850SMgpZ
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As a modern and effective regulator, the IPC is dedicated to enhancing Ontarians’ trust in their privacy and access rights. Explore our real-world impact in real time on our What's New page. Visit https://ow.ly/FGBm50SHnvP to get caught up.
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In a world filled with internet, smartphones, cloud platforms, social media and AI, new digital risks emerge. Our Digital Privacy Charter for Ontario Schools promotes privacy in education tools, encourages ongoing digital privacy learning and empowers students to exercise their privacy rights. Explore the charter today: https://ow.ly/oNux50SHmQP
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New position alert! The IPC comms team is growing again.
The IPC is hiring a Communications Coordinator! Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives through impactful and timely communications. Application deadline is August 8. Learn more and apply today: https://ow.ly/5zsa50SHbi0
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ICYMI: What if disclosing information creates a risk of harm? This interpretation bulletin explains third-party information exemptions and provides some guidelines for determining whether they apply in your case. https://ow.ly/pC1E50SHbAU
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We're more than halfway through 2024, and it's been a busy year for the IPC team. Take a look at the Commissioner's latest blog posts to find out what our office has been up to, including a guest post from the IPC's new Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Khaled El Emam. Artificial Intelligence in the public sector: Building trust now and for the future | https://lnkd.in/dzgEQpnj AI on campus: Balancing innovation and privacy in Ontario universities | https://lnkd.in/dV9SSuqr Embarking on my new journey as the IPC’s Scholar-in-Residence | https://lnkd.in/dKcUgq9d
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Our interpretation bulletins make it easier to understand Ontario's access and privacy laws. Explore these resources designed to increase transparency in our adjudication process and help those involved in an appeal know what to expect. Review our bulletins here: https://ow.ly/QsCX50SHc25
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The IPC is hiring a Communications Coordinator! Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives through impactful and timely communications. Application deadline is August 8. Learn more and apply today: https://ow.ly/5zsa50SHbi0
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Have you read our Annual Report yet? It's packed with summaries of major activities from the past year and highlights critical areas where improvements are needed to protect Ontarians' privacy and access rights. Take a moment now to read the report and discover what we're doing to strengthen access and privacy protections. Don't miss out on these important updates! https://ow.ly/kYNf50SHaQx
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