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Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of PIPA?
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of PIPA?
What is one key right that PIPA grants to individuals regarding their personal information?
What is one key right that PIPA grants to individuals regarding their personal information?
Which step is NOT part of the compliance process outlined by PIPA?
Which step is NOT part of the compliance process outlined by PIPA?
Who may hear complaints regarding privacy violations according to PIPA?
Who may hear complaints regarding privacy violations according to PIPA?
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Which aspect of personal information does PIPA cover in workplaces?
Which aspect of personal information does PIPA cover in workplaces?
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What is the main reason privacy of personal information is a significant issue today?
What is the main reason privacy of personal information is a significant issue today?
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Which federal legislation outlines how organizations can manage personal information?
Which federal legislation outlines how organizations can manage personal information?
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What kind of liability can employers face regarding privacy invasions?
What kind of liability can employers face regarding privacy invasions?
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Which of the following is NOT considered personal information?
Which of the following is NOT considered personal information?
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How has technology changed the landscape of privacy protection?
How has technology changed the landscape of privacy protection?
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Which of the following types of information is classified as personal information?
Which of the following types of information is classified as personal information?
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What role does practical difficulty in compiling records play in the history of privacy protection?
What role does practical difficulty in compiling records play in the history of privacy protection?
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Which of the following is a potential consequence of not adhering to privacy regulations for organizations?
Which of the following is a potential consequence of not adhering to privacy regulations for organizations?
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What is the main purpose of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
What is the main purpose of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a public body under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
Which of the following is NOT considered a public body under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
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Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, what right does an individual have regarding their personal information?
Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, what right does an individual have regarding their personal information?
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What role does the Information and Privacy Commissioner play in relation to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
What role does the Information and Privacy Commissioner play in relation to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
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What is the primary focus of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)?
What is the primary focus of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)?
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PIPEDA covers personal information of which of the following groups?
PIPEDA covers personal information of which of the following groups?
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What is the relationship between access to records and the protection of privacy under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
What is the relationship between access to records and the protection of privacy under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
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What action can individuals take if they believe their personal information has been mishandled under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
What action can individuals take if they believe their personal information has been mishandled under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act?
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What significant change did the Supreme Court of Canada make regarding Alberta’s PIPA in November 2013?
What significant change did the Supreme Court of Canada make regarding Alberta’s PIPA in November 2013?
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Which of the following is NOT a recent amendment to PIPEDA as of June 18, 2015?
Which of the following is NOT a recent amendment to PIPEDA as of June 18, 2015?
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Under PIPEDA, what must organizations do when there is a breach of security that poses a risk of significant harm?
Under PIPEDA, what must organizations do when there is a breach of security that poses a risk of significant harm?
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Which of the following accurately describes one of the privacy principles?
Which of the following accurately describes one of the privacy principles?
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Which principle emphasizes that the organization must determine the reason for collecting personal information?
Which principle emphasizes that the organization must determine the reason for collecting personal information?
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What does the amendment regarding disclosure without consent encompass?
What does the amendment regarding disclosure without consent encompass?
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Which principle requires that the organization collecting personal information must be responsible for it?
Which principle requires that the organization collecting personal information must be responsible for it?
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What aspect of personal information does PIPEDA NOT cover?
What aspect of personal information does PIPEDA NOT cover?
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What is a primary requirement for privacy policies according to the principles outlined?
What is a primary requirement for privacy policies according to the principles outlined?
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Which criterion is essential for providing individuals access to their information?
Which criterion is essential for providing individuals access to their information?
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What does the organization need to provide as part of their privacy practices?
What does the organization need to provide as part of their privacy practices?
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Which groups are included under the coverage of PIPA?
Which groups are included under the coverage of PIPA?
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Which year did British Columbia enact the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)?
Which year did British Columbia enact the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)?
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What must organizations do to comply with privacy regulations under PIPA?
What must organizations do to comply with privacy regulations under PIPA?
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What type of associations does PIPA apply to?
What type of associations does PIPA apply to?
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When was PIPA amended to include more provisions?
When was PIPA amended to include more provisions?
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Study Notes
Privacy of Personal Information
- Privacy of personal information is a modern issue
- In the past, privacy was protected by the difficulty of compiling records
- Today, a large amount of sensitive information can be compiled and analyzed easily, causing a rise in concerns about privacy
- Employers can be held legally responsible for privacy violations done by employees while working
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
- Federal legislation for how organizations can collect, use and disclose personal information
- Applies to federally regulated industries
- Applies to information collected, used, disclosed and retained on employees and customers
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA)
- Provides individuals the right to access information held by public bodies and sets the framework for how those bodies can collect, use and disclose personal information.
- Public bodies include departments of the government, educational bodies, health care bodies, local government bodies and self-governing professions.
Alberta's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)
- Comparable to PIPEDA for provincially regulated industries
- Includes rules regarding employee personal information
- Was struck down by the Supreme Court of Canada in 2013, giving the province one year to comply with PIPEDA.
- The act was amended in 2014 and is currently undergoing a review.
Privacy: 10 Principles
- Accountability: The organization that collects the information is responsible for complying with the 10 principles.
- Identify the Purpose: The organization must identify the purpose for collecting personal information.
- Consent: The individual must give consent before information is collected, with some exceptions.
- Limited Collection: Only the information necessary should be collected.
- Limited Use, Disclosure, and Retention: The organization should only use, disclose and retain personal information within the identified purposes.
- Accuracy: Personal information must be accurate, and individuals should have the opportunity to correct errors.
- Safeguards: Safeguards must be in place to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or use.
- Openness: An organization's policies and procedures related to privacy should be made available to the public, and supervisors should be familiar with them.
- Individual Access: Individuals have the right to request access to personal information about them, and the reasons for refusal if access is denied.
- Recourse: Individuals have the right to complain if they believe their privacy has been violated.
Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) in British Columbia
- Comparable to PIPEDA.
- Applies to provincially regulated industries.
- Also includes rules regarding employee personal information.
PIPA: Who's Covered?
- PIPA applies to provincially regulated organizations, such as non-profit organizations, trade unions, private schools, partnerships, corporations, unincorporated associations, professional regulatory associations, individuals acting in a commercial capacity and individuals acting on behalf of a corporation, unincorporated association, trade union or partnership.
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This quiz explores the complexities of personal information privacy in today’s digital age. It covers key legislation such as PIPEDA and FOIPPA, which govern the collection and use of personal data by organizations and public bodies. Understand the implications of these laws and the importance of privacy rights.
