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Online FIPPA Training
Jun 21, 2023
Expand your understanding of access to information and protection of privacy: online FIPPA training is now available.
IPC guidance on ransomware
Nov 16, 2022
Ontario's Information and Privacy Commissioner has issued new advice on how to protect against ransomware.
IPC Guidance on Virtual Health Care
Apr 06, 2021
Ontario's Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has issued guidelines on Privacy and Security Considerations for Virtual Health Care Visits.
Privacy and Remote Teaching and Learning
Aug 17, 2020
Be sure to read our new Privacy and Remote Teaching and Learning to find out what you need to consider when using video conferencing tools to meet or to facilitate remote learning.
IPC Guidance on Working from Home
Jul 28, 2020
Ontario's Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner has issued a Privacy Fact Sheet on Working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Taking and Using Images with Consent
May 19, 2020
When we take a photograph or video of someone, we are collecting their personal information. We should seek their consent―either implied or express―to record them.
Working Remotely
May 14, 2020
As we all deal with the new reality of working in isolation, make sure you take advantage of the tools on offer to connect safely and securely.
Managing Records and Information in Office 365
Apr 24, 2020
Be sure to read our new Fact Sheet on Managing Records and Information in Office 365 to find out what you need to consider when using Office 365.
Text Messages as University Records
Apr 22, 2020
Be sure to read our new Fact Sheet on Text Messages as University Records to find out what you need to consider when sending and storing text messages.
Storing University Records
Apr 01, 2019
Be sure to read our new Fact Sheet on Storing University Records to find out what you need to consider for ensuring records remain accessible and readable for the long term.
What's a "Records Cleanup Day"?
Oct 16, 2018
Managing records can be time-consuming and so setting aside a regular time, even just once a year, may be a useful strategy to keep on top of the paperwork.
Managing records with QDocs
Aug 21, 2018
QDocs is the university's enterprise digital records management system that handles records management and workflow.