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Privacy information basics

Understand the importance of privacy and your legal obligations concerning the use of personal information in research.

Links to privacy-related websites

Canada:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
- Overview of privacy legislation in Canada
Privacy Act (Public sector)
Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) (Private sector)

British Columbia:

Office of the Information and Privacy Officer for B.C.
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) (Public sector)
Guide to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) for individuals
Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) (Private sector)
- A Guide to B.C.’s Personal Information Protection Act for Businesses and Organizations

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