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OIPC releases identity theft guidance for public bodies, organizations, and individuals

Identity fraud – often the result of identity theft – was the most frequently reported type of fraud in Canada in 2025, and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre estimates that the numbers reported are only ...

Aug 31, 2026

OIPC evaluating removal of public access to BC Government Directory

Focus will be on validity of security risks and furthering transparency

Aug 25, 2026

Identity theft in BC: Understanding, preventing, and responding to risks

This document provides guidance on preventing and responding to identity theft in British Columbia. It is intended for: public bodies: to aid in understanding their obligations for protecting personal...

Aug 24, 2026
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