The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) of Ontario recently released guidelines regarding the use of instant messaging and personal email accounts to conduct business. Sheridan’s Acceptable Use Policy currently provides that “All employees will only use their Sheridan e-mail addresses for email correspondence”.
The IPC guidance document outlines appropriate conduct regarding the use of instant messaging and personal email accounts for any employees of institutions subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). As Sheridan is bound by FIPPA, all employees are expected to comply with the regulations.
You can read the full text of Sheridan’s related Guideline here.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this, or any other privacy, records, or information management requirement, you can contact the RIM Department for further clarification.
Department of Records and Information Management