Commissioner Urges Vigilance in Wake of Computer Virus Outbreak at Alberta Health Services
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has been notified by Alberta Health Services that a virus was present…
Level of Security on Stolen Laptops is Simply Not Acceptable, Says Commissioner
Information and Privacy Commissioner Frank Work is perplexed with news that two laptops containing health information stolen from Alberta Health…
Information and Privacy Commissioner Pleased with Amendments to Bill 52
Information and Privacy Commissioner, Frank Work, is pleased with proposed amendments made to Bill 52, the Health Information Amendment Act. The…
Health Care Providers Urged to Get Their Fax Straight
Investigation Report H2009-IR-04 (PDF) Health care providers are being urged to use extra care following an investigation into a misdirected…
Commissioner Has Words of Advice About New Biometric Entry System in Calgary
Information and Privacy Commissioner, Frank Work, is concerned about a new security and identification system which will soon be employed…
Knowledge and Awareness Are the Best Tools for Fighting Fraud: March is Fraud Prevention Month
In today’s uncertain economic times, many Albertans are keeper a closer eye on their wallets. Unfortunately, there is no shortage…
Investigation Prompts Important Reminder to Health Information Custodians: Only Courts with Jurisdiction in Alberta or Canada Can Compel the Release of Health Information
Investigation Report H2009-IR-02 (PDF) The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner issued an important reminder to health information custodians…
‘Tis the Season to Protect Your Privacy, Caution Canadian Privacy Commissioners
It may be the season of giving, but be cautious when it comes to giving out your personal information to…
Commissioner Concerned by Amendments to the Health Information Act
Information and Privacy Commissioner Frank Work calls some proposed amendments to the Health Information Act (HIA) worrisome. Work said ”Alberta Netcare is…
Calgary Parking Authority Allowed to Collect Personal Information
Investigation Report F2008-IR-02 (PDF) An investigator with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has determined that the Calgary…