PIPEDA Privacy Compliance Checker
Assess your organization's compliance with Canada's federal privacy law. Identify gaps, reduce risk, and understand what to fix — in under 10 minutes.
How compliant is your business with PIPEDA?
This 25-question assessment checks your organization's compliance with Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act. Takes 5–8 minutes.
Important: This tool provides a self-assessment for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. For a formal PIPEDA compliance review, consult a privacy lawyer or qualified consultant.
What is PIPEDA?
Federal Privacy Law
PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) is Canada's federal private-sector privacy law. It applies to most Ontario businesses that collect, use, or disclose personal information in the course of commercial activity.
Who Must Comply
Any Ontario business that handles personal information — names, emails, financial data, health information — in commercial activity must comply with PIPEDA. This includes online retailers, professional services firms, healthcare providers, and more.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) can investigate complaints and issue findings. Serious breaches must be reported to the OPC and affected individuals. Violations can result in reputational damage, legal action, and fines.