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Information and Privacy Commissioner issues information sheet for Yukoners on COVID Alert app
Aug 06, 2020Diane McLeod-McKay has developed an information sheet for individuals who are considering using the newly-developed COVID Alert app, outlining both benefits and shortcomings
View PostAnnual Reports issued by Yukon Ombudsman, Information and Privacy Commissioner, and Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner
Jul 21, 2020Special sections of report highlight key concerns and solutions
View PostYukon Information and Privacy Commissioner issues advisory on COVID-19 related scams
May 11, 2020Diane McLeod-McKay has developed advice for individuals and best practices for organizations
View PostPrivacy Commissioners across Canada raise concerns and make recommendations regarding COVID-19 contact tracing
May 07, 2020The Yukon Information and Privacy Commissioner, Diane McLeod-McKay, has joined with her colleagues across the country to issue a statement on government plans for COVID-19 contact tracing
View PostInformation and Privacy Commissioner provides guidance on access to information, including possible delays during COVID-19
Apr 23, 2020Diane McLeod-McKay has issued a guidance document for custodians and an information sheet for the public in regard to delays in processing access to information that may occur as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
View PostYukon Information and Privacy Commissioner issues advisory on Zoom cyber security incident
Apr 16, 2020Diane McLeod-McKay has issued an urgent advisory to inform Yukoners about the incident and to provide advice on how to reduce risks to privacy
View PostYukon Information and Privacy Commissioner offers advice on applications used for remote work, in light of COVID-19 pandemic
Apr 08, 2020Diane McLeod-McKay provides guidance in regard to protecting personal information while using these applications
View PostCOVID-19 prompts change to way complaints are received by Office of Yukon Ombudsman, Information and Privacy Commissioner and Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner
Mar 23, 2020To support efforts to implement “social distancing” and for the protection of her staff and the public, Diane McLeod-McKay is limiting personal contact by accepting complaints and enquiries by phone and email rather than in-person, for now.
View PostActions being taken by Yukon Ombudsman, Information and Privacy Commissioner and Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner in response to COVID-19 - Updated March 18 2020
Mar 18, 2020The Yukon Ombudsman, Information and Privacy Commissioner and Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner is taking a number of steps to respond to evolving circumstances related to COVID-19.
View PostYukon Information and Privacy Commissioner provides advice on risks of ransomware
Jan 28, 2020The Yukon Information and Privacy Commissioner is marking Data Privacy Day with the release of a new document that gives information and guidance about ransomware.
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