Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)


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Overview/Description
Data privacy laws are more prevalent as privacy protection has received recent increased attention globally. Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is a key law in enforcing good data privacy practices that benefit both organizations and individuals. In this course, you will learn important concepts of PIPEDA, the rights of individuals under the act, and best practices for compliance. The information contained in these training materials is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal or other professional advice. Participating in this training program or reading these training materials does not create a lawyer-client relationship with Sherrard Kuzz LLP or with any other legal provider. Participants/readers are advised to seek specific legal advice from members of Sherrard Kuzz LLP (or alternate legal counsel) in relation to any decision or course of action contemplated.

Expected Duration (hours)
0.3

Lesson Objectives

Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)

  • discover the key concepts covered in this course
  • recognize examples of personal information covered under PIPEDA
  • Knowledge Check: Key Concepts of Canada's PIPEDA
  • identify individual rights granted under PIPEDA
  • Knowledge Check: Individual Rights under PIPEDA
  • identify best practices for compliance with PIPEDA
  • Knowledge Check: Best Practices for Compliance
  • Course Number:
    lc_lchr01_e45_enca

    Expertise Level
    Everyone