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University of Calgary
The Law
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act
The University is under the jurisdiction of the provincial FOIP Act in all aspects of its operations as a publicly funded institution.
Health Information Act (HIA)
Physicians who bill Alberta Health Care for the provision of a health service are considered custodians under the HIA and they are personally responsible for managing patient files in accordance with the provisions of the Act. However, when a physician operates under the auspices of the University or a University clinic and stores health information on University systems, the University assumes responsibility for creating and maintaining a secure operating environment.