Course curriculum

    1. The Origins and Purpose of the Privacy Act

    2. Federal Institutions Subject to the Act

    3. The Role of the Privacy Commissioner

    4. Individual Rights Under the Privacy Act

    1. Collection of Personal Information: What’s Allowed?

    2. Use and Disclosure: Legal Parameters and Restrictions

    3. Retention and Disposal of Records

    4. Accountability in Handling Personal Information

    1. Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)

    2. Responding to Personal Data Access Requests

    3. Managing Correction and Deletion Requests

    4. Mitigating Non-Compliance Risks

    1. Identifying and Addressing Privacy Breaches

    2. Notification Requirements and Reporting Obligations

    3. Developing a Breach Response Plan

    4. The Role of Training in Preventing Breaches

    1. Privacy in the Digital Era: Challenges for the Public Sector

    2. Balancing Privacy and National Security

    3. Adapting to Technological Advancements

    4. Preparing for Future Legislative Changes

About this course

  • 20 lessons