Announcement

July 12, 2019

OPC publishes infographics for Canadians

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada has produced a new series of infographics to help Canadians understand various privacy issues by presenting them in a visually appealing, easy-to-understand format.

Tips for choosing, using and protecting passwords helps individuals keep their personal information safer on their electronic devices and the internet by telling them how to choose and use strong passwords.

Wearable devices and your privacy gives Canadians a few simple steps to protect their privacy while using wearable technologies, such as fitness trackers that collect data about their condition, activities and day-to-day choices.

Protecting your Social Insurance Number suggests steps for protecting a Social Insurance Number because, in the wrong hands, it could put an individual at risk of fraud and identity theft.

Finally, Obtaining meaningful consent is intended for organizations subject to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) to help them understand their obligations to obtain meaningful consent when they collect, use and disclose personal information.