Today, protecting the privacy of personal information has never been a more sensitive issue, nor paramount necessity. The enactment of the federal Personal Information Privacy and Electronic Documents Act (“PIPEDA”) and similar provincial legislation coast to coast addresses these concerns. Whether its financial or health information, or an individual’s contact information, organizations are required to audit their personal information gathering, storage and usage methodology. The danger of bad publicity is reason enough to make sure organizations conduct themselves in accordance with current legislative requirements. At Cohen, Barristers & Solicitors, our lawyers have extensive knowledge and working experience with high-profile corporations in the area of privacy compliance. We will guide you in overseeing your personal information gathering, storage and usage procedures, assist you to drafti privacy policies and procedures, and assist you with any issues or investigations which may arise from the public or the applicable Privacy Commissioner.