Which entity primarily handles individual complaints about personal health information violations?

The Provincial or Territorial Privacy Commissioner is the entity that primarily handles individual complaints concerning violations of personal health information. Each province or territory in Canada has its own privacy legislation that governs how personal health information is collected, used, and disclosed. The Provincial or Territorial Privacy Commissioner ensures that these local laws are enforced and provides a mechanism for individuals to raise concerns about any breaches of their privacy rights.

When individuals believe that their personal health information has been mishandled, they can approach their respective Provincial or Territorial Privacy Commissioner. This office is specifically tasked with addressing these complaints, conducting investigations, and helping to resolve disputes. They play a critical role in protecting individuals' privacy by ensuring adherence to provincial legislation that aligns with national standards and principles regarding privacy and the handling of personal information.

While the Federal Privacy Commissioner also oversees compliance with federal privacy laws and is important in the broader context of privacy protection across Canada, individual complaints specific to personal health information in a given province or territory fall under the jurisdiction of local commissioners. The courts typically deal with legal disputes and may touch on privacy issues, but they do not directly manage complaint processes specific to health information violations in the same manner as the Provincial or Territorial Privacy Commissioner. The Health Information Management Association is a professional organization and does not handle