Yukon Information and Privacy Commissioner
News and Events
Annual report highlights office is busier than ever
Mar 25, 2024Jason Pedlar, has released his first annual report that highlights an increase in cases, quick and effective resolution of files, and opportunities for change to better serve Yukoners.
View PostCourt Decision 22-A0065 VinAudit Canada Inc v Yukon Govt December 21 2023
Jan 03, 2024Justice Crerar overturned the decision by the DM of Highways and Public Works to reject the recommendations of the IPC in report ATP-ADJ-2022-02-045 and ordered them to release the requested information.
View PostCanadian privacy regulators pass resolutions on the privacy of young people and workplace privacy
Oct 06, 2023Privacy authorities call on governments to improve privacy legislation to protect groups vulnerable to the growing influence of digital technologies
View PostFederal, Provincial, and Territorial Information Regulators Unite in Resolution to Enhance Access to Government Information
Oct 04, 2023Federal, provincial and territorial Information Commissioners and Ombudspersons from across Canada have signed a joint resolution aimed at reinforcing the public's right to access government-held information
View PostInformation and Privacy Commissioner audit finds Department of Education non-compliant with privacy law
Jun 12, 2023The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has completed a privacy compliance audit into the Department of Education’s collection, use and disclosure of student images and video on internet platforms
View PostNotice: Privacy protection authorities for Canada, BC, Alberta and Quebec launch investigation into TikTok
Mar 08, 2023An investigation into TikTok has been launched by Canadian privacy commissioners that have jurisdiction over private companies and private organizations that operate in Canada.
View PostOffice of the Yukon Ombudsman, IPC and PIDC supports Bare Essentials Campaign
Feb 21, 2023This important campaign meets some of the basic needs of those fleeing gender-based violence
View PostCorrection to error in City of Whitehorse administration report
Dec 12, 2022Yukon IPC office did not provide an opinion to the City of Whitehorse on a bylaw regarding surveillance in taxis
View Post2021 Annual Reports of Ombudsman, Information & Privacy Commissioner & Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner issued
Oct 31, 2022Jason Pedlar has issued the 2021 annual reports for his three offices, which were tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly today
View PostBenefits of digital ID ecosystem will be realized only with adequate privacy protections, say data protection authorities
Oct 24, 2022Privacy guardians across Canada are calling on their respective governments and relevant stakeholders to ensure the right to privacy and transparency is fully respected throughout the design, operation and ongoing evolution of a digital identity ecosystem
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3162 Third Avenue, Main Floor
(corner of Third Avenue & Alexander Street)
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 1G3
With the continued presence of COVID-19 in our community, our office continues to encourage the wearing of masks by all visitors to our office. If you do not have a mask, our office can provide you with a disposable one.
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