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Organization:
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Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
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Address:
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30 Victoria St
Gatineau, QC
K1A 1H3
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Intersection:
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Maisonneuve Blvd and Victoria St
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Executives:
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Philippe Dufresne - Privacy Commissioner
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Service Description:
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Independent officer appointed by Parliament protects and promotes the privacy rights of individuals * monitors compliance, investigates complaints and pursues legal action under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Privacy Act * reports on the personal information-handling practices of public and private sector organizations * supports and publishes research about privacy issues * promotes public awareness and understanding of privacy issues * publications available on website
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Application:
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Call or visit website for general information * complaints under the Privacy Act or PIPEDA must be submitted in writing, online or by mail
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Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
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Must be physically present in Canada or a Canadian citizen
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Note:
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French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
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