The Canadian Privacy Law Blog: Developments in privacy law and writings of a Canadian privacy lawyer, containing information related to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (aka PIPEDA) and other Canadian and international laws.
The author of this blog, David T.S. Fraser, is a Canadian privacy lawyer who practices with the firm of McInnes Cooper. He is the author of the Physicians' Privacy Manual. He has a national and international practice advising corporations and individuals on matters related to Canadian privacy laws.
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This web site is presented for informational purposes only. These materials do not constitute legal advice and do not create a solicitor-client relationship between you and David T.S. Fraser. If you are seeking specific advice related to Canadian privacy law or PIPEDA, contact the author, David T.S. Fraser.
Monday, July 05, 2004
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has published a notice of proposed regulations under Bill 31. The public and interested parties are invited to comment on the proposed regulations (deadline: September 3, 2004):
"The Minister of Health and Long-Term Care on behalf of the Government of Ontario invites public comments on proposed regulations for the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 and the Quality of Care Information Protection Act, 2004.
The public is invited to provide written comments on the draft regulations over a 60-day period, commencing on July 3, 2004 and ending on September 3, 2004.
Please be as specific as possible, and provide reasons for any suggested changes or additions. All comments and submissions received during the comment period will be considered during final preparation of the regulation.
The proposed regulations are available at this link.
Addition: For information about Bill 31 (PHIPA) training, see http://www.privlaw.com/pages/training_courses.htm
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