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?...

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!

We are pleased that Wellesley Institute CEO Kwame McKenzie is speaking today as part of a panel discussion at the @ipcontario.bsky.social event entitled Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils and Protections. Dr. McKenzie will be speaking about the perils of AI.

Our Privacy Day event on trustworthy AI in healthcare is kicking off soon! We’re looking forward to insightful discussions exploring how AI is being deployed in Ontario’s health sector. If you're attending, don't forget to use #IPCPrivacyDay in your posts and join the conversation online.

It's #DataPrivacyWeek. As technology continues to shape how our information is collected and used, it's more important than ever to understand your privacy rights and how your personal data is protected.

The IPC's Youth Ambassador Toolkit, designed by our Youth Advisory Council, empowers young people with the knowledge and resources they need to educate their peers about the importance of privacy and their associated rights. https://ow.ly/QCuV50Y1VZW

The IPC and the Ontario Human Rights Commission have released joint principles for the responsible use of AI in the public sector, a framework to ensure AI systems in Ontario are developed and deployed to respect privacy, uphold human rights, and serve the public good. www.ipc.on.ca/en/resources...

New on our website: an Interpretation Bulletin about the national security discretionary exemption under FIPPA, including key factors institutions should consider when applying it. Dive in here: https://ow.ly/p7xn50XZFnn

In her latest blog, Commissioner Kosseim looks back on how things have changed since she began her first term and how feedback from the IPC's public consultation helped shape a new strategic plan for the future. https://ow.ly/gQ3F50XXggo

We’re pleased to release the IPC’s 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, outlining the goals and strategies that will guide our work over the next four years. Read the plan: https://ow.ly/8ywW50XWRL5

Need to access records being held by the government or a public institution? Your first step is to submit a freedom of information (FOI) request. For more detailed information, check out our website: https://ow.ly/2p8550XVwqN

This Privacy Day, join us online for a focused discussion on AI in healthcare, its promise, its risks, and the protections needed to safeguard privacy. Register now for free: https://ow.ly/AX7650XVwaX

Curious about the future of privacy and access? Explore independent research on emerging issues and innovative approaches shaping the future. Dive into the IPC’s Research and Innovation Hub: ow.ly/JSS350XUccS

Institutions subject to FIPPA, MFIPPA, PHIPA, or Part X of CYFSA, it's time to submit your annual statistics to the IPC! Deadline for health information breaches under PHIPA is March 1, 2026, and for other reports, it's March 31, 2026. Learn more: ow.ly/yhTy50XTzzK

Kids go online for everything from games, videos, schoolwork, and more. But are they doing it safely? 🎮📚 Watch our video for simple tips to help kids stay smart and secure online! youtu.be/sSX-h7-_YTA?...

Our updated PIA guidance helps institutions assess privacy risks in line with Ontario’s laws and best practices, before new initiatives get underway. It’s a practical resource to turn to whenever you’re planning or implementing a new project. https://ow.ly/V8Uy50XRWEi

Coming back from a holiday break is a good time to reset your digital habits. As you ease into the new year, take a few minutes to check in on your privacy. Small updates now can make a real difference in how your personal information is protected all year long.

Navigating health information privacy can be confusing, but we're here to help! The Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) safeguards your health data, regulating how it’s collected, used, and shared. Learn more about your rights today. https://ow.ly/GvsQ50XQ23k

Can AI improve health care without putting privacy at risk? That’s the question at the heart of our Privacy Day event. Join us for a conversation on how AI is being deployed across Ontario’s health sector and what it will take to protect personal health information. https://ow.ly/4s0k50XRbjs

The holidays are a busy time, more travel, more shopping, more gatherings. It’s also when privacy risks can quietly sneak up. Now is a good moment to pause before clicking any suspicious link to protect personal information. A little awareness now can prevent bigger problems later.

Join Commissioner Kosseim on Privacy Day for a timely discussion on how AI is being used in health care, the privacy risks that come with it, and the safeguards needed to protect personal health information and patient trust. https://ow.ly/5Evs50XNaHJ

Before we close the book on 2025, it’s worth pausing to ask: what shaped this year? In her year-end blog Commissioner Kosseim reflects on the moments that stood out from a data regulator’s perspective, the challenges, the impact, and the lessons that will carry forward. www.ipc.on.ca/en/media-cen...

Join us on January 28 for Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections. Commissioner Kosseim will lead a focused conversation on responsible innovation, real-world benefits, and the safeguards needed to maintain patient trust. Register now for free: https://ow.ly/QBHF50XJUsX

Public institutions often work with third party service providers to help them carry out their mandates and deliver services to the public. They can outsource services, but they can’t outsource accountability. Learn more here: www.ipc.on.ca/en/resources...

Join Commissioner Kosseim for IPC Privacy Day 2026. We will explore how AI is being deployed in Ontario’s health sector, what can go right, what can go wrong, and what safeguards are needed to protect personal health information and maintain patient trust. Register now: https://ow.ly/aHoX50XGwy5

Wondering who can see your health information and what control you have over it? Ontario’s health privacy law, PHIPA, gives you rights over how your personal health information is collected, used, and shared. Learn how to protect your health privacy: https://ow.ly/XtIV50XFHj3

How can organizations unlock the huge potential of data while protecting privacy? The IPC’s updated de-identification guidelines provide practical answers. Review the guidance: https://ow.ly/O2oe50XC4hH

The IPC is at the Police Tech Conference & Expo today, sharing resources to support responsible technology use in law enforcement. We’re focused on strengthening public trust by working with partners to build the right privacy and access safeguards as new tools emerge.

Thanks to those who joined the fireside chat on Exploring Emerging Health Sector Privacy Issues. We appreciate the engagement from privacy officers, FOI specialists, risk managers, IT and legal teams. Your work is essential to protecting patient trust, and we’re glad to be part of the conversation.

Edtech can open doors for students, but it can also expose them to real privacy risks. In her latest blog, Commissioner Kosseim breaks down what we learned from the PowerSchool cyberattack and why the sector needs stronger safeguards. Dive in here: https://ow.ly/bpOg50XAfCN

In her new blog, Commissioner Kosseim explores the recent IPC investigation report on the PowerSchool cyberattack, the gaps in regulating education technology, and why children’s digital rights must be front and centre when schools adopt new tools. Read the blog here: https://ow.ly/wvTh50XyJ5j

Our new interpretation bulletin breaks down when institutions can use their discretion to withhold a requester’s own information under FIPPA and MFIPPA, and what what proper decision-making looks like. Read the bulletin: https://ow.ly/KeSG50XykAf

By assessing how your institution collects, uses and safeguards personal information, a PIA helps you demonstrate accountability and prepare for potential risks before they happen. See how the IPC’s updated PIA guidance can help: https://ow.ly/gJo550Xx45P

Privacy regulators across Canada have issued a new joint resolution calling for stronger protection of children’s privacy in the classroom. Read more here: https://ow.ly/GW2t50XvJOU

Ontario’s access and privacy landscape is evolving and so is the IPC’s guidance. Our updated privacy impact assessment (PIA) guide reflects new obligations under Bill 194, providing institutions with clear, practical advice to comply with FIPPA’s PIA requirements. www.ipc.on.ca/en/resources...

Ontario and Alberta information and privacy commissioners have released the findings of their investigations into a massive privacy breach involving PowerSchool education technology (edtech) used by schools in their respective provinces. Read the report(s) here: www.ipc.on.ca/en/media-cen...

We were pleased to welcome Interns from this year’s Ontario Legislature Internship Programme (OLIP) to the IPC! It’s always a pleasure to connect with emerging professionals and share why access to information and privacy matters for all Ontarians.

Last chance! The IPC’s public consultation on its 2026-2030 Strategic Plan closes tomorrow. Your feedback will help shape how we advance privacy and access rights in Ontario for the next four years. Don’t miss the opportunity to have your say. Take the survey now: https://ow.ly/WsT750Xpq8W

Use our PIA guide to support compliance. As of July 1, institutions covered by FIPPA must complete privacy impact assessments (PIAs) before collecting personal information. Access the updated guide and prepare your institution to meet its obligations under Bill 194: https://ow.ly/F30b50XqMuv

Thank you to the @cba-news.bsky.social for hosting this year’s Privacy and Access Law Conference in Ottawa. It’s an honour to take part in this engaging and thought-provoking event bringing together leaders from across the country to discuss emerging issues in privacy and access to information law.

The IPC is at the @cba-news.bsky.social’s Privacy and Access Law Conference in Ottawa today and tomorrow! If you’re attending, stop by our booth to meet the IPC team and pick up helpful resources on privacy and access to information in Ontario.

Canada’s federal, provincial, and territorial information regulators have issued a joint resolution calling on governments to adopt measures to support a more robust information ecosystem and help combat misinformation. Read the full news release: ow.ly/qXoF50XnkEO