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Personal Information Protection Act (Provincial - Alberta - Employment Related) > Overview
Short Summary
The Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) is Alberta’s private sector privacy law. It applies to provincially regulated private sector organizations, businesses, and, in some instances, non-profit organizations. The purpose of PIPA is to protect personal information and provide individuals with a right of access to their personal information. Organizations subject to PIPA must develop and follow policies that are reasonable to meet their obligations under the act. PIPA has been amended multiple times since its introduction in 2003. The next review of PIPA began in 2015, and the recommendations were presented to the Legislative Assembly in September 2016. The 2014 amendments allowed trade unions to collect, use, and disclose personal information without consent for matters of significant public interest or importance related to labor relations disputes. Earlier amendments were made in response to a review conducted by an all-party Select Special Committee in 2007. The document also provides reference material for the Personal Information Protection Act of 2009 and an overview of the 2009 amendments to the act and regulation.
Whom does it apply to?
Provincially regulated private sector organizations, businesses, and non-profit organizations
What does it govern?
Alberta's private sector privacy law
What are exemptions?
No exemptions are mentioned.
What are the Penalties?
Not specified.
Jurisdiction
Alberta