New research report: Emerging Uses of Neurotechnology Neurotechnologies can be used for medical and therapeutic interventions, as diagnostic and preventative tools, to enhance cognitive functions, and advance research on the brain. The IPC commissioned Verónica Arroyo, a privacy lawyer and policy advisor on emerging technology, to develop this... Resource - Published on Apr 30, 2025
New research report: The Existing and Emergent State of UAV/RPAS/Drones Drones can be deployed to find missing persons, in rescue operations, and to collect evidence at crime scenes among other uses. This report is a review of the existing and emergent state of drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), and their... Resource - Published on Apr 9, 2025
New research report: Surveillance and Algorithmic Management at Work Workplace surveillance can take many forms, from monitoring employee productivity, tracking online activity or even as part of the hiring process. This report provides an overview of workplace surveillance technologies being used today, research documenting the impacts of surveillance on employees... Resource - Published on Mar 19, 2025
The best of season 4 In this Info Matters retrospective, Commissioner Patricia Kosseim highlights key discussions from season four, from youth privacy and AI in health care to facial recognition use by police, cyber attacks in the health care sector, and information sharing in situations involving Intimate Partner... Multimedia - Published on Feb 12, 2025
Future of Privacy Forum Webinar Keynote: Safer Internet Day On Safer Internet Day, Commissioner Kosseim joined the Future of Privacy Forum’s webinar on protecting young people online, highlighting how strong security measures help safeguard their privacy, safety, and digital rights. Resource - Published on Feb 11, 2025
Commissioner blog: Building trust through privacy enhancing technologies The IPC recently hosted a public event in recognition of Data Privacy Day. We were joined by a panel of experts who discussed how privacy enhancing technologies can be used by organizations to address privacy challenges and support responsible innovation. Blog - Published on Feb 10, 2025
Toronto District School Board cyberattack: Recommendations for improved security A social engineering attack at a TDSB high school led to the unauthorized access of personal information belonging to current and former students, parents and staff across several schools. The threat actor gained unauthorized access to the affected schools’ systems by obtaining the login credentials... Resource - Published on Jan 6, 2025
Exploring health privacy through key 2024 cases From ransomware attacks to unauthorized access of patient records, health privacy challenges are on the rise. In the latest episode of Info Matters, Commissioner Patricia Kosseim and her colleagues at the IPC discuss key 2024 PHIPA decisions, highlighting lessons learned and practical takeaways for... Multimedia - Published on Dec 30, 2025
Commissioner blog: Upholding Ontarians’ privacy and access rights in 2024 Commissioner Kosseim reflects on initiatives and advocacy efforts over the past year through the lens of the IPC’s cross-cutting approaches. These approaches reflect the way the IPC has undertaken its work to ensure that Ontario’s access and privacy rights are upheld in the face of new technologies. Blog - Published on Dec 19, 2024
Hot off the press! Updated guidance on the use of automated licence plate recognition systems by police services The IPC has released updated guidance on the use of automated licence plate recognition systems by police services. In updating this guidance, which was originally released in 2017, we consulted with members of police services, academics, and other experts to provide recommendations that are well... Resource - Published on Dec 16, 2024
The IPC raises concerns about privacy and access to personal health information under Bill 231, the More Convenient Care Act Schedule 6 of Bill 231, the More Convenient Care Act, 2024 introduces a complex initiative to enable Ontarians' use of a Digital Health Identity tool with the intent that Ontarians will use it to access their health records. It contains significant changes to Ontario’s health privacy law that put... Resource - Published on Dec 13, 2024
New research report: Exploring the Potential for a Privacy Regulatory Sandbox for Ontario Innovators, public institutions, and regulators are continually challenged by rapidly emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, and understanding how privacy laws apply to ensure compliance. This report provides valuable insights on how privacy regulatory sandboxes can be used to... Resource - Published on Dec 11, 2024
Canada’s Information Commissioners and Ombuds issue joint resolution calling for enhanced transparency in government operations This federal, provincial, territorial resolution calls for transparency to be built into the early design and implementation of new systems, administrative processes, and governance models. News Release - Published on Dec 10, 2024
New Info Matters episode: Technology in the classroom Artificial intelligence and online learning tools are transforming the classroom for both students and teachers. Commissioner Kosseim speaks with Anthony Carabache, a staff officer in the Professional Development Department at the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association, about the impact of... Multimedia - Published on Dec 3, 2024
IPC Privacy Day event — The power of PETs: Privacy enhancing technologies Join us on January 28 for the IPC’s Privacy Day event, The power of PETs: Privacy enhancing technologies. Event - Published on Dec 2, 2024
Commissioner’s blog: Ontario missed an opportunity to lead on AI Commissioner Kosseim writes about the recently passed Strengthening Cyber Security and Building Trust in the Public Sector Act. The law leaves significant gaps when it comes to the use of artificial intelligence in the public sector. Without statutory guardrails and explicit independent oversight... Blog - Published on Dec 2, 2024
Canadian privacy regulators address information sharing in situations involving intimate partner violence Privacy authorities across the country have issued a joint resolution to guide the responsible disclosure of personal information in situations involving intimate partner violence. News Release - Published on Nov 27, 2024
IPC publishes joint investigation report into LifeLabs privacy breach affecting millions of Canadians The joint investigation report concerning the 2019 cyberattack on LifeLabs’ computer systems was completed in June 2020. The Ontario Court of Appeal recently dismissed LifeLabs’ bid to block public release of the report. News Release - Published on Nov 25, 2024
Commissioner’s blog: Empowering young people in the digital world Commissioner Kosseim highlights some of the ways the IPC is championing the privacy and access rights of young people and providing supports and education to help them navigate the online world safely and responsibly. Blog - Published on Nov 20, 2024
The IPC attends 2024 Global Privacy Assembly The IPC joined data protection authorities from around the world to help shape a coordinated, global approach to data protection and privacy. News Release - Published on Nov 19, 2024