Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
@ipcontario.bsky.social
Protecting the privacy and access to information rights of Ontarians
https://www.ipc.on.ca/en
https://www.ipc.on.ca/en
Family Day weekend is a great time to unplug, spend time together and have some fun.
Our Privacy Pursuit! activity book helps children learn about online privacy through word searches, puzzles, and games that build digital literacy and safe online habits. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/4fqn50Yfl19
Our Privacy Pursuit! activity book helps children learn about online privacy through word searches, puzzles, and games that build digital literacy and safe online habits. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/4fqn50Yfl19
February 13, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Family Day weekend is a great time to unplug, spend time together and have some fun.
Our Privacy Pursuit! activity book helps children learn about online privacy through word searches, puzzles, and games that build digital literacy and safe online habits. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/4fqn50Yfl19
Our Privacy Pursuit! activity book helps children learn about online privacy through word searches, puzzles, and games that build digital literacy and safe online habits. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/4fqn50Yfl19
On January 28, the IPC had the pleasure of hosting Ontarians to a public event in celebration of Data Privacy Day. The theme was Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections. If you weren’t able to attend, the webcast is available on our YouTube channel. youtu.be/8rl9T0K3sVY?...
Privacy Day 2026 | Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections (Event Recording)
YouTube video by Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
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February 11, 2026 at 7:38 PM
On January 28, the IPC had the pleasure of hosting Ontarians to a public event in celebration of Data Privacy Day. The theme was Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections. If you weren’t able to attend, the webcast is available on our YouTube channel. youtu.be/8rl9T0K3sVY?...
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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...
February 10, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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
February 10, 2026 at 2:37 PM
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
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
February 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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
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...
Read the Commissioner’s blog and watch the full event webcast: www.ipc.on.ca/en/media-cen...
February 5, 2026 at 7:17 PM
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...
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?...
Privacy Day 2026 | Trustworthy AI in Health: The Promise, Perils, and Protections (Event Recording)
YouTube video by Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
youtu.be
February 4, 2026 at 9:02 PM
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...
February 2, 2026 at 6:46 PM
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...
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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.
February 2, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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
💼 Gain valuable work experience
🔧 Develop transferable skills
🌐 Expand your network
Apply now: https://ow.ly/6IYN50Y5w7e
January 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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
💼 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!
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!
January 29, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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!
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!
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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.
January 28, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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.
If you're attending, don't forget to use #IPCPrivacyDay in your posts and join the conversation online.
January 28, 2026 at 1:45 PM
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.
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.
January 26, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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
January 23, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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...
January 22, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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
January 19, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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
January 15, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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
January 14, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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
January 13, 2026 at 5:33 PM
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
January 12, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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
Dive into the IPC’s Research and Innovation Hub: ow.ly/JSS350XUccS
January 9, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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
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
January 8, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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?...
Privacy Tips For Kids
YouTube video by Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
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January 7, 2026 at 1:35 PM
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?...