BreachOfPrivacy
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#11 — A trucking company

Organization: A trucking company
Decision: Jun 24, 2004Published: Jun 24, 2004

The complainant alleged his former employer, an interprovincial trucking company, disclosed his personal information to a creditor without his consent. The investigation found no evidence to support the allegation, and determined the complainant had provided some information himself. The company implemented a privacy policy and appointed an Information Officer.

  • Disclosure of personal information without consent

Complaint settled

The investigation found no evidence of unauthorized disclosure, and the parties agreed to settle the matter, with the company implementing privacy improvements.

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Recommended action / remedy

The company implemented a written privacy policy and appointed an Information Officer, and reviewed its employee information practices.

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