Alberta Privacy Commissioner Warns of Risks in Proposed Privacy and Information Bills

Commissioner Diane McLeod highlights vague definitions and potential privacy gaps in legislation touted as Canada's strictest.

Two Alberta government bills seek to amend privacy and access to information laws, with claims of being the strictest in Canada.
Privacy Commissioner Diane McLeod warns the bills could create legislative gaps, citing vague definitions and insufficient safeguards.
Concerns include provisions allowing minors' personal information to be shared without consent and unclear criteria for determining their best interests.
Proposed changes to freedom of information rules could limit public access by exempting broad categories of government communication and records.
Ministers responsible for the bills have pledged to review McLeod's recommendations, though she noted her office did not see the final drafts before their introduction.