CIPP/C: Certified Information Privacy Professional/Canada
The CIPP/C credential proves you have an understanding and application of Canadian information privacy laws, principles and practices at the federal, provincial and territorial levels. 
Why pursue a CIPP/C designation?
- Achieve the global industry standard for privacy professionals.
- Demonstrate understanding of a principles-based framework and knowledge base in information privacy within Canada.
- Join an elite group of knowledgeable, capable and dedicated privacy practitioners.
- Elevate your leadership profile among your colleagues.
Exam prep tools
Prepare for the exam with these free resources. Please contact our customer support team at certification@iapp.org to access these resources in other languages.
CIPP/C Body of Knowledge
The CIPP/C Body of Knowledge and Exam Blueprint outlines all the concepts and topics that you need to know to become certified.
CIPP/C study guide
Prepare with this downloadable guide that covers the exam format and offers sample questions.
How to prepare for your exam
Planning and studying is essential for achieving certification. To help, the IAPP offers textbooks, flexible training options, self-assessment tests and more.
Consider CIPP/C training
Canadian Privacy training is the principal training for those pursuing CIPP/C certification, outlining the interplay between different tiers of laws and regulations in Canada.
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Certification candidate handbook
We strongly encourage all potential test takers to read our certification candidate handbook before testing for details on our testing policies and procedures.