Ontario’s provincial government announced Aug. 13, its intention to seek public input on "creating a legislative framework for privacy in the province’s private sector." Citing growing privacy concerns that have been amplified during the pandemic by increased reliance on data gathering and digital platforms, the consultation will focus on increasing transparency, enhancing consent and enshrining opt-ins for secondary uses of data. Constantine Karbaliotis, CIPP/C, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, FIP, explains why the significance of Ontario's review should not be understated.
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