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Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada

Oversees PIPEDA and the federal Privacy Act.

What this authority does

Investigates complaints against federal institutions and private-sector organisations, and issues joint investigations with provinces.

Services for the public

  • Privacy complaints
  • Breach reporting
  • Compliance guidance

Before you contact this authority

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