Saskatchewan does not have a private-sector privacy law. PIPEDA applies to businesses. FOIP and LA FOIP cover public bodies, and HIPA covers health information.
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Last verified: September 2026
TL;DR
Saskatchewan privacy rights depend on who holds the information: PIPEDA for private-sector businesses, FOIP for the provincial government, LA FOIP for municipalities, and HIPA for health trustees. The Saskatchewan Information and Privacy Commissioner oversees the provincial statutes.
Statutes that apply
Saskatchewan has chosen not to enact a private-sector privacy law, so:
Private-sector organizations are governed by PIPEDA (federal).
The provincial Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) covers provincial ministries, Crown corporations, and agencies.
The Local Authority Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (LA FOIP) covers municipalities, school divisions, and police.
The Health Information Protection Act (HIPA) covers health trustees, including the Saskatchewan Health Authority, physicians, and pharmacies.
The Commissioner's role
The Saskatchewan Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC Sask) investigates complaints, issues recommendations, and publishes detailed investigation reports.
Unlike some provinces, IPC Sask has recommendation-based authority rather than binding order powers. Parties can still apply to court if recommendations are not followed.
Access and correction
FOIP, LA FOIP, and HIPA all give you a right to access records and correct errors in your personal information. Response times are generally 30 days, with possible extensions for complex requests.