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Data PrivacyCanada

Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)

Summary

Federal privacy law for private-sector organizations in Canada that sets out rules for how businesses handle personal information in the course of commercial activity.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    The right to access personal information held by an organization
  • 02.
    The right to challenge the accuracy of held information
  • 03.
    The right to be informed of why information is being collected

Penalties

  • 01.
    Fines up to $100,000 for specific offenses like failing to report a breach
  • 02.
    Court-ordered damages awarded to the complainant

Verified Citations

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