Privacy Law & Data Protection 101

This workshop is intended for leaders and/or privacy officers in BC-based private or non-profit organizations. It will cover the basics of privacy law and related practices.

• If you are a private or non-profit organization in BC, you should have a privacy officer.
• In many circumstances your clients have a right to know about the personal information you collect about them.
• By making your organization aware of its obligations related to collecting, using, and disclosing your customers’ information, you can reduce your risk of fines and/or liability.

Learning Outcomes:

Attendance at this workshop will provide a basic understanding of how BC-based private or non-profit organizations should manage sensitive information to comply with the relevant laws and best practices.

We cover:

• What privacy rules and laws apply to my organization?
• Standard practices and procedures around collecting, using, and disclosing personal information.
• An overview of requirements for advertising or fundraising campaigns.
• When someone requests information from your organization.
• What should you do if you have concerns about how someone in your organization is collecting, using, or disclosing sensitive information?
• Resources and Q & A.