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QuestionQ24

Canadian Privacy Laws and Practices in the Public Sector

Under the Privacy Act, which of these disclosures of personal information by a government institution would require the consent of the data subject?

  • A When disclosing to a law enforcement body.
  • B When disclosing to comply with a search warrant.
  • C When disclosing to a registered charitable organization.
  • D When disclosing to a member of parliament to assist in resolving a problem.
Explanation

Canada’s Privacy Act permits disclosure without consent in specified circumstances, including for law-enforcement investigations, to comply with a warrant, and to a member of Parliament who is helping the individual resolve a problem. It does not provide a general exception for disclosure to a registered charitable organization; therefore, the individual’s consent is required.

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