Privacy in the Workplace
Webinar Recording | 1 CPD Hour | Original Broadcast on September 19, 2024
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Description:
Privacy in the Workplace is a developing area of the law with obligations on employers from statutory requirements and the developing common law. In this session we will explain what Privacy and Personal Information are, the statutory and common law regimes which governs employers obligations with respect to Personal Information and highlight the requirements on employers that are imposed by these regimes.
Learning Objectives:
Broadly, the laws that govern privacy rights in British Columbia
How to become more aware of privacy concerns that may arise in the workplace
Steps you can take to protect your workplace from privacy concerns
How to respond when you are faced with a privacy issue
Strategies & Tools:
Case studies will be presented demonstrating the requirements on employers to fulfill their workplace privacy requirements.
Who should attend:
Description:
Privacy in the Workplace is a developing area of the law with obligations on employers from statutory requirements and the developing common law. In this session we will explain what Privacy and Personal Information are, the statutory and common law regimes which governs employers obligations with respect to Personal Information and highlight the requirements on employers that are imposed by these regimes.
Learning Objectives:
Broadly, the laws that govern privacy rights in British Columbia
How to become more aware of privacy concerns that may arise in the workplace
Steps you can take to protect your workplace from privacy concerns
How to respond when you are faced with a privacy issue
Strategies & Tools:
Case studies will be presented demonstrating the requirements on employers to fulfill their workplace privacy requirements.
Who should attend:
Human Resource Professionals & Office Managers
Meet your presenter(s)
Rose Keith, KC
Partner
With over thirty years of experience, Rose brings sound judgment and a well-rounded perspective to her diverse practice. Rose has extensive experience advising both employers and employees on employment related matters including wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal and human rights. Her practice has included workplace investigations and development of comprehensive workplace policies including creation and implementation of bullying and harassment policies and procedures . During her tenure, Rose’s practice has evolved, and she now routinely assists clients in complicated situations. Often involving senior level employees, including exiting CEOs, Rose has a great deal of experience advising clients regarding the various issues that arise in these types of complex circumstances.
Roshni Veerapen
Associate
With over a decade of experience, Roshni has a wealth of experience advising clients across her health law, professional regulation and privacy and data protection practice. Roshni works with clients to help them understand the legislative requirements and operationalize practices that are compliant with current regulations. She has a particular knack for understanding the importance of balancing an individual’s right to privacy while allowing organizations to take advantage of new technological opportunities.
Course Curriculum
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Webinar Recording
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PowerPoint Slides
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Additional Handout
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Course Survey
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About this course
- 4 lessons
- 1 hour of video content