March 29, 2024

Privacy Commissioner limits use of Licence Plate Recognition Technology

BC's Information and Privacy Commissioner has issued a ruling that could have implications for police forces around the province. Elizabeth Denham has ruled the Victoria Police Department must make changes to its automated Licence Plate Recognition Program that uses cameras mounted on squad cars. Denham says the department must STOP sharing data … [Read more...]

No face recognition to identify rioters

ICBC can’t allow the police to use its facial-recognition software to catch Stanley Cup rioters — or any other suspect — without a court order, the province’s privacy watchdog ruled Thursday. While the Vancouver police declined the Insurance Corp. of B.C.’s offer to help with the riot investigation, Elizabeth Denham released a report that says the … [Read more...]

Renewed call for recognition

A renewed call from the Canadians for Reconciliation Society, for Premier Christy Clark to to 'offically' acknowledge the 'full' history of both the Chinese and indigenous peoples of British Columbia. Spokesperson Bill Chu says many still aren't aware of the discrimination both groups faced, "We are not just looking for a list of so-called … [Read more...]