The office of the Yukon Ombudsman, Information and Privacy Commissioner, and Public Interest Disclosure Commissioner supports the public and the public organizations that serve them. yukonaccountability.cahttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.cahttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mvkybhoqhs2lWe are happy to be in attendance and working to protect the privacy rights of Canadians. [contains quote post or other embedded content]15 Sep 2026 15:53 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvkybhoqhs2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mu3am5zot22w"The Yukon government says it's reviewing its land lottery system, after the territory's ombudsman found that people were cheating the system to boost their chances of obtaining a building lot in Whitehorse. Ombudsman Jason Pedlar says the issue is a "well-known secret...". https://bit.ly/4igMCqf https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/yukon-s-land-lottery-system-encourages-cheating-ombudsman-finds-9.731639027 Aug 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu3am5zot22whttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mtwsy4hnwe2dIf something unfair happens in the Yukon, we can’t do anything until someone submits a complaint to our office. If you believe you have been treated unfairly by a public organization, we can help. We are free, confidential, and independent from government. Learn more at YukonOmbudsman.ca. 25 Aug 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtwsy4hnwe2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mtjraubxm62zHear how the Ombudsman resolved a fairness complaint related to the lot lottery in Whitehorse. The Authority has accepted our recommendations. https://yukonaccountability.ca/ombudsman/news/2026-08/single-family-lot-lottery-process-deemed-unfair https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/audio/9.731241020 Aug 2026 17:25 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjraubxm62zhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mthswzwmhn2u"The Yukon’s ombudsman found the territory’s land lottery in Whitehorse had become structurally unfair, prompting the government to halt future draws until it can ensure the system complies with the Yukon Lands Act and its regulations." https://bit.ly/4cjcoX5 https://yukon-news.com/2026/08/19/yukon-halts-whitehorse-land-lottery-after-ombudsman-finds-widespread-proxy-abuse/19 Aug 2026 22:50 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthswzwmhn2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mtelnntk7k22We received a complaint about how the use of proxies in the Whitehorse single-family lot lottery makes it difficult for those following the rules to obtain a lot. Our investigation found the lot lottery process unfair. The Authority fully accepted our recommendations. https://bit.ly/4x5SN4F 18 Aug 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtelnntk7k22https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mrpl5jaebu2eThank you for celebrating our 30th anniversary! The Air North and Eclipse gift certificates have been claimed and an ATIPPA employee won the camping chair! Contact us if you have questions or require support about fairness, privacy, access to information or whistleblowing. YukonAccountability.ca28 Jul 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrpl5jaebu2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mrge22jzgq2d"A judge has dismissed the Yukon government's petition to ignore summons as part of an ongoing Information and Privacy Commission investigation." https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/supreme-court-sides-with-information-and-privacy-commission-over-yukon-government-9.727964524 Jul 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrge22jzgq2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mr3o437x3j25The future is looking even brighter for protecting the rights of Yukoners. Our 30th anniversary will be celebrated with the gift of amending the outdated Ombudsman Act, in addition to an open house on Thursday, July 23rd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. where there will be food, prizes, and resources.20 Jul 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr3o437x3j25https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mqseregr2x25"The Yukon Supreme Court has dismissed a pair of petitions from the territorial government that sought to overturn summonses issued to five Justice Department employees by the territory’s privacy commissioner." https://yukonaccountability.ca/ipc/reports16 Jul 2026 23:20 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqseregr2x25https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mq7sa2e3rp2zStop by and celebrate our 30th anniversary with food and prizes on Thursday, July 23rd! https://yukonaccountability.ca/anniversary09 Jul 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7sa2e3rp2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mprkaxmg422iWe are hiring a Director of Intake and Informal Case Resolution who plays a key role in supporting all three of our mandates and oversees a team of three investigator and compliance review officers. The closing date is August 7th or until filled. Apply now! https://yukonaccountability.ca/careers03 Jul 2026 22:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mprkaxmg422ihttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mpofohay3z2eIt's been a privilege to support fairness, privacy, and access to information for 30 years. Please join us in celebrating this occasion with food, prizes, and resources at our open house later this month. https://yukonaccountability.ca/anniversary02 Jul 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpofohay3z2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mpj5zlc53g2oOur office will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st in honour of Canada Day. We will resume regular office hours on Thursday, July 2 at 8:30am. 30 Jun 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpj5zlc53g2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mp7zrcwhh724Yukon Ombudsman, Jason Pedlar, attended the national gathering of the Canadian Council of Parliamentary Ombudsman hosted by Manitoba Ombudsman. This event allows for the sharing of opportunities, challenges, and best practices related to fairness for members across the country. YukonOmbudsman.ca26 Jun 2026 22:50 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp7zrcwhh724https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3moniwtos6u2xOur office will be closed on Monday, June 22 in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a statutory holiday for the Yukon - a time during summer solstice to celebrate the 14 distinct First Nations in the territory. Our office hours will resume on Tuesday, June 23 at 8:30am. 19 Jun 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3moniwtos6u2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mmwiqtce7y2eHealthcare providers hold sensitive information about their patients so it needs to be secure. Today, we present Best Privacy Practices for Communications to Yukon doctors. Discover how our resources support health care providers (custodians) under Yukon's HIPMA. https://yukonaccountability.ca/ipc28 May 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmwiqtce7y2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mlvpdj446k24Our office will be closed on Monday, May 18th for Victoria Day. We will reopen at 8:30am the following day. Have a great weekend!15 May 2026 16:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvpdj446k24https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mlt7nlall224Today we are participating in virtual workshops offered by Moose Hide Campaign Day. We will be learning about Cultivating Safe Space with Elaine Alec and Indigenous Trauma and Equity Informed Practice with Len Pierre. Learn more and register for free: https://moosehidecampaign.ca/workshops/14 May 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlt7nlall224https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mlo6ppf4sw22We investigated a complaint about how the Department of Environment changed wildlife harvesting quotas from multi-year to yearly. We found that their new quota process was fair but they need to improve how they consult with outfitters. They accepted all our recommendations. https://bit.ly/432sb7h 12 May 2026 16:15 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo6ppf4sw22https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3ml25jtkneq2nMay the 4th (force) be with you! If you need extra support regarding fairness, access to information and privacy rights, and whistleblowing protection, contact us. We help the public and the organizations that serve them. Our mandates guide us to protect your rights. https://yukonaccountability.ca/04 May 2026 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml25jtkneq2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mjk2lmnqjc23An individual filed a complaint with our office because a government office had sent them a mass email that revealed their email address and those of the other recipients. Read about this and other stories that were resolved with our help. #YourStories https://ow.ly/SFHz50YvCb2 15 Apr 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjk2lmnqjc23https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mjidjz7st525We are recommending changes to Yukon's information and privacy laws. Learn more in the story below or listen here: https://bit.ly/4tT0lpH https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/absolutely-awful-yukon-s-access-to-information-law-under-fire-ahead-of-scheduled-review-9.716325314 Apr 2026 21:35 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjidjz7st525https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mjfrsz5s2e25Our whistleblowing files quadrupled this year with three times the requests for advice and complaint files. We also had issues receiving records from YG departments so we established a memorandum of understanding that sets out clear expectations and timelines. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ehqutw 13 Apr 2026 21:12 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjfrsz5s2e25https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mivwudtjs22oOur complaint and compliance files related to the Health Information Privacy and Management Act doubled in 2025. We helped custodians with 2x the privacy breach reports, 3x the privacy impact assessments, and 67% more requests for advice. We are here to help. yukonaccountability.ca/ipc/reports 07 Apr 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivwudtjs22ohttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mijejs4hvz2uThe Ombudsman was even busier this year with a court case regarding budgetary interference from the government, 47% more files, and new outreach activities. Despite how busy we were, we resolved informal complaints faster than last year. https://yukonaccountability.ca/ombudsman/reports 02 Apr 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mijejs4hvz2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3migu2wopvv2gWe were even busier in 2025. We had 74% more requests for advice: 2x the Health Information Privacy and Management Act requests and 4x the whistleblowing Act (PIDWA) requests. Learn more in this year's annual report in English or French: https://yukonaccountability.ca/ombudsman/reports 01 Apr 2026 14:00 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3migu2wopvv2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mgpjuuj4fa27AI poses benefits and privacy challenges that we are staying on top of. Two staff learned from some of the brightest minds in Canadian privacy and security: Philippe Dufresne, Bridget Walshe and Dr. Khaled El Emam at Victoria International Privacy & Security Summit. #VIPSS Reboot Communications Ltd.10 Mar 2026 14:01 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgpjuuj4fa27https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mf7r2rzyll27We found that the Yukon Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) is subject to ATIPPA and recommended that the Department of Health and Social Services (HSS) re-process an access request to include any responsive records held by the CMOH. HSS accepted our recommendations. 19 Feb 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mf7r2rzyll27https://bsky.app/profile/yukonaccountability.ca/post/3mdkxazsd272yWe investigate privacy complaints and support public organizations in complying with Yukon's privacy laws (ATIPPA/HIPMA). During Data Privacy Week, learn how we can help you! https://yukonaccountability.ca/ipc #DPW202629 Jan 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:qevzuvcoc2prsnj2adnoa2dd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdkxazsd272y