Certified Information Privacy Professional – Canada (CIPP/C) — Question 15

What can be concluded from the Blood Tribe case regarding the Privacy Commissioner's access to information?

Answer options

• A. The commissioner cannot receive information unless it is gathered under oath.
• B. The commissioner cannot ask an organization to prove that a document is privileged.
• C. The commissioner can compel the production of all documents that are relevant to the investigation.
• D. The commissioner can officially request proof that desired information is subject to solicitor-client privilege.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as it highlights the Privacy Commissioner's authority to request proof of solicitor-client privilege for information. Option A is incorrect because there is no requirement for information to be gathered under oath. Option B is wrong because the commissioner can indeed ask for proof of document privilege, and Option C is misleading as the commissioner does not have unrestricted access to all documents, especially those covered under privilege.