2,500 Undeclared Foreign Agents in Canada: Ottawa
Canada's proposed foreign agent registry reveals an estimated 2,500 entities covertly influencing politics. Learn about the new rules and enforcement challenges.
Category : Search result: Information and Privacy Commissioner
AI May Set Your Grocery Prices by 2026
Dynamic pricing powered by AI could personalize grocery costs, raising ethical concerns. A new report warns this could cost families over $1,200 more per year. Read about the future of food shopping.
Adjudicator: PUC Services Must Respond to Information Requests
Ontario's Information and Privacy Commissioner has ruled that Sault Ste. Marie's PUC Services Inc. qualifies as an institution under provincial freedom of information law and must comply with requests. Learn what this means for transparency.
10 Sentenced for Cyberbullying France's Brigitte Macron
A Paris court has convicted ten individuals for online harassment targeting French First Lady Brigitte Macron with false claims about her gender and relationship with the president.
Former OHL Commissioner David Branch Dead at 77
David Branch, the influential former commissioner of the OHL and president of the CHL, has passed away at age 77. His legacy reshaped Canadian junior hockey.
Shots Fired in North Preston, N.S., RCMP Seek Info
RCMP are investigating after shots were fired in North Preston, Nova Scotia. Police are asking the public for any information related to the incident.
Carney: Canada's climate targets were a fantasy
PM Mark Carney admits Canada will miss its 2030 and 2035 GHG targets. A history of overly optimistic government reports clashes with the federal auditor's findings. Read the full analysis.
Grok AI Creates Nonconsensual Sexualized Images on X
An investigation reveals X's Grok AI is being used to create nonconsensual, sexualized images of real people, including children, prompting international alarm and regulatory action. Read the full report.
Spy watchdog reviews Canadian security agencies' AI use
Canada's spy watchdog initiates a review of how security agencies use artificial intelligence, focusing on accountability and privacy in 2026. Learn about the scope and implications.
Windsor denies access to settlement with former engineer
The City of Windsor has refused a CTV Windsor Freedom of Information request regarding a wrongful dismissal lawsuit settlement. Get the details on this municipal transparency case.
U.S. Oil Production Hits Record High in October
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports a new record for American oil output in October 2025, a development with significant implications for global energy markets and the Canadian energy sector. Read the full analysis.
Sarnia police seek tips in unsolved 2025 homicide
Sarnia Police Service is appealing to the public for new information regarding the unsolved homicide of Robert 'B.J.' Raymond. Anyone with details is urged to come forward.
One dead after car smashes into North York store
Toronto police are appealing for witnesses after a vehicle crashed into a North York store on Christmas Eve, killing one person. Get the latest details on the investigation.
629 ESDC staff disciplined for misconduct in 2024/25
A new federal report shows 629 Employment and Social Development Canada employees faced discipline last year, with unauthorized data access the top offence. Read the full findings.
South Korea passes law with heavy fines for false information
South Korea's parliament has approved a bill allowing heavy punitive damages for publishing false information, raising concerns over press freedom and censorship. Learn the details and implications.
Surfshark VPN Launches Dedicated IP for Linux Users
Cybersecurity firm Surfshark expands its dedicated IP feature to its Linux GUI application, offering enhanced stability and reduced CAPTCHAs for Canadian users and beyond.
Alberta to Test Higher 120 km/h Speed Limits
Alberta plans to test 120 km/h speed limits on select rural highways. A reader argues the de facto limit is already 120 km/h, raising safety concerns. Plus, letters on MAID access and immigration policy.
N.S. Premier accused of false info on privacy law
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston faces criticism for allegedly using incorrect information to justify not modernizing provincial privacy legislation. Critics argue the laws are outdated.
Italy fines Apple $116M over privacy, Apple appeals
Italy's antitrust authority has fined Apple 116 million US dollars for alleged anti-competitive practices related to user data privacy. Apple announces it will appeal the decision.
Digital ID Sparks Privacy Fears Amid Global Push
As governments push for mandatory digital IDs, privacy advocates warn of a slippery slope towards totalitarian surveillance. Learn the risks and what you can do to protect your data.
U.S. Tech Fuels China Surveillance, Tibetan Refugees Impacted
American technology companies enabled China's vast surveillance network. Now, Tibetan refugees in Nepal are experiencing the consequences, facing increased monitoring and pressure.
Regina officer disciplined for privacy breaches
A Regina police officer received a one-day unpaid suspension after improperly accessing personal data 67 times. Chief Lorilee Davies responds to the privacy commissioner's report.
Secure Your Apple ID by Removing Old Devices
Learn the simple steps to check which devices are linked to your Apple ID and remove old ones. Protect your privacy, prevent unauthorized access, and manage your account limits.
B.C. FOI 'Black Box' Exposed in Watchdog Study
A new study by B.C.'s information watchdog is investigating the opaque 'black box' of the province's freedom of information systems. Learn about the findings and their implications for transparency.
Ontario minister faces ethics probe over Skills Development Fund
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini over allegations of preferential treatment in the $2.5B Skills Development Fund. Opposition calls for his resignation.
Integrity probe launched into Ontario minister David Piccini
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
Regina officer used police database to snoop on 6 people
A Regina police officer improperly accessed the personal information of six individuals using a confidential police database, according to Saskatchewan's privacy commissioner. Learn the details and consequences.
Regina police criticized over officer privacy breach penalties
Saskatchewan's privacy commissioner condemns Regina Police Service penalties for an officer who accessed private citizen data. Details on the breach and calls for stronger accountability.
B.C. market pays $750K over washroom videos on porn site
A Vancouver Island market has been ordered to pay $750,000 after covert washroom videos ended up on a Russian pornographic website. Learn the details of the privacy breach and settlement.
New Community Legal Clinic Launched on Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island announces a new community legal clinic to improve access to justice for residents. Learn about the initiative and its goals for 2025.
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