Organizations in Canada must follow rules that are designed to protect the personal information of both their clients and their employees.Where are these rules contained?
A) the PIPED Act
B) the Competition Act
C) the Consumer Protection Act
D) the Fair Trade Practices Act

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The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) is a federal law that sets out the rules for how organizations must handle personal information in the course of commercial activities. PIPEDA applies to private sector organizations across Canada, with the exception of provinces that have their own substantially similar legislation in place. The other options listed (B, C, and D) are not specifically related to the protection of personal information.

Organizations in Canada Must Follow Rules That Are Designed to Protect