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In a new statement, Commissioner Patricia Kosseim warns that proposed changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act would seriously weaken privacy protections, transparency, reduce independent oversight and put Ontarians’ personal information at greater risk.
March break is around the corner. Looking for something fun and meaningful to do with your kids? The IPC has a collection of activities and resources all designed to help children and teens learn about privacy and responsible digital citizenship. https://ow.ly/TvVb50Ytuwr
Work under Part X of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act?
Join us for a full-day workshop on April 1, designed for those working in child, youth and family services. Spaces are limited. Register now. https://ow.ly/o02G50Yt1ul
The IPC’s updated de-identification guidelines has received the Privacy Papers for Policymakers Award from the @futureofprivacy.bsky.social. We’re proud to see Ontario’s work recognized on the global stage and to contribute practical tools that help shape privacy policy and practice worldwide.
Privacy breach stats matter and now, they’re mandatory.
Under Bill 194, institutions covered by FIPPA must keep track of all reportable privacy breaches and submit that information to the IPC. The first report is due March 31, 2026
Get the details: https://ow.ly/ZO8F50YrZVW
What’s new at the IPC tribunal? At our From Insights to Impacts: MFIPPA/FIPPA Workshop, participants heard updates to tribunal policies and procedures.
Watch the session recording to better understand how these updates may affect your work. youtu.be/ffrJ7-GSgnQ
It was great to meet our Canadian colleagues Stephan Luciw and Harpreet Bains. Stephan and Harpreet work with the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario @ipcontario.bsky.social and both made a visit to our Dublin office this week. A lovely opportunity to exchange ideas and perspectives!
This Fraud Prevention month, we're spotlighting our first episode of Info Matters, featuring Fred Carter in conversation with Commissioner Kosseim. They share practical tips to protect yourself from phishing and other scams. Listen now: https://ow.ly/KnBB50YoceN
From Insights to Impacts: MFIPPA/FIPPA Workshop is starting soon.
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From Insights to Impacts: FIPPA/MFIPPA Workshop is happening February 24. A free event that focuses on recent and emerging developments in Ontario’s privacy laws, with strong emphasis on practical implications, lessons learned, and real-world solutions. Register now: www.ipc.on.ca/en/media-cen...
IPC in the news | Commissioner Kosseim spoke with the Toronto Star about why fax machines remain the leading cause of personal health information breaches in Ontario, more than three years after a joint call to phase them out. Read the article: www.thestar.com/news/canada/...
Family Day weekend is a great time to unplug, spend time together and have some fun.
Our Privacy Pursuit! activity book helps children learn about online privacy through word searches, puzzles, and games that build digital literacy and safe online habits. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/4fqn50Yfl19
On January 28, the IPC had the pleasure of hosting Ontarians to a public event in celebration of Data Privacy Day. The theme was Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections. If you weren’t able to attend, the webcast is available on our YouTube channel. youtu.be/8rl9T0K3sVY?...
Right side: Against dark blue background in white font: "Canada has the potential to be a world leader in building AI tools for equity." Dr. Kwame McKenzie, CEO Wellesley Institute Left side: Dr. Kwame McKenzie, holding a microphone speaking at an event.
Canada has the 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 to be a world leader in building AI tools for equity. Our CEO, Dr. Kwame McKenzie, spoke about this potential - and reasons for both concern and optimism - at the @ipcontario.bsky.social's Privacy Day event about AI in health, Jan 28. Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rl9...
This #SaferInternetDay, help young people navigate the digital world safely! Explore our free lesson plans, sign onto our digital privacy charter, and access resources to support educators and parents in fostering digital literacy. Learn more: ow.ly/rLio50YbLML
We’re hiring a Head of Information Technology and Information Management.
This senior leadership role will shape the IPC’s digital vision, strengthen cybersecurity and business continuity, and lead the systems and services that support our mandate.
Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/Qwza50YbLwx
In her latest blog, the Commissioner reflects on IPC’s 2026 Privacy Day and the urgent need for trustworthy AI in health, alongside the launch of new guidance on AI scribes.
Read the Commissioner’s blog and watch the full event webcast: www.ipc.on.ca/en/media-cen...
Missed #IPCPrivacyDay? Catch up on our insightful discussion exploring how AI is being deployed in Ontario’s health sector. Watch the full recording here: youtu.be/8rl9T0K3sVY?...
Blue checklist on top of a photo of health workers using a tablet. The checklist reads: AI Scribes: Checklist of Key Considerations for the Health Sector - Preparing an AI governance and accountability framework - Developers of AI scribes - Custodians who procure AI scribes - Custodians who use AI scribes
Are you considering the use of an AI scribe? The IPC’s new guidance outlines what to consider when assessing vendors, building in contractual safeguards, and protecting personal health information in practice. Pair the guidance with our practical checklist: www.ipc.on.ca/en/resources...
The @ipcontario.bsky.social has been on a roll with AI. First a collab with OHRC on joint principles for responsible public sector use of AI, which @teresascassa.bsky.social covers here. It is great + about time OHRC is increasingly integrated on AI issues, given the human rights of it all.
The IPC is hiring summer students! Are you a post-secondary student eager to launch your career in a dynamic, impactful environment?
💼 Gain valuable work experience
🔧 Develop transferable skills
🌐 Expand your network
Apply now: https://ow.ly/6IYN50Y5w7e
We’re at the @onlibraryassoc.bsky.social Super Conference!
Our team is on site sharing practical resources on Ontario’s privacy and access to information laws, tips to protect against ransomware and phishing, and fun activities to help children learn about privacy. If you’re attending, come say hi!
That's a wrap! Thanks to our moderators and expert panellists for sharing their view on AI in healthcare and to all who attended and submitted such thought-provoking questions.
Stay tuned & follow us for the recording!
For more info, visit: ipc.on.ca #IPCPrivacyDay🔐
Nicole Minutti, Senior Health Policy Advisor, IPC Ontario explains that transformative innovation in the world has relied on being be safe and of high quality. When institutions follow strong principles they ensure AI is built for equity. Privacy should not be seen as a barrier but as an advantage.
Dr. @colleenmflood.bsky.social, Dean of Law, Queen’s University addresses the legal, ethical, clinical and privacy risks associated with AI transparency. Patients' trust in physicians to keep their info safe, and therefore will be trusting of a clinical AI tool which may not deserve patient trust.
Now onto our third panel on AI protections, @sandrashares.bsky.social offers her patient voice and urges clinicians to ask for patient feedback often, to see how they’re doing and assess how the AI tool may be impacting their healthcare.
Suzanne Brant, President, @fnti.bsky.social explains that consent is a relationship – so when looking at designing AI, the relationship should be considered to include the mind, body and spirit. AI design is an opportunity for relationship building and reciprocity should take place.