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A security guard working for a federally regulated transportation company in Alberta needs to store sensitive personal data, such as employee background check results. Which Canadian privacy law sets the standards for protecting this information?

Federally regulated organizations, such as transportation companies, are subject to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) re

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Question: A security guard working for a federally regulated transportation company in Alberta needs to store sensitive personal data, such as employee background check results. Which Canadian privacy law sets the standards for protecting this information?

Answer options:

  • Alberta Health Information Act (HIA)
  • Municipal Government Act (MGA) ✅ Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
  • Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA Alberta)

Correct answer: Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)

Explanation: Federally regulated organizations, such as transportation companies, are subject to the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) regarding their handling of personal information across all provinces, including Alberta. PIPEDA ensures the protection of personal data in the private sector.

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