CIPPIC study shows widespread violation of privacy laws

In a report released today, the CIPPIC provides the results of the first Canadian survey assessing the compliance of retailers with Canadian data protection laws. The results show widespread non-compliance with federal laws requiring openness, accountability, consent, and individual access to personal data. In a companion report also released today, CIPPIC exposes the many ways that detailed personal information about consumers is gathered and traded in the marketplace. News Release (French version) Report on Retailer Compliance with PIPEDA Executive Summary - Compliance Report (French version) Compliance Report - Appendices Report on Databrokerage Industry Executive Summary - Databroker Report (French version)