January is Data Privacy Month at Seneca | Privacy Office | Seneca Students

January is Data Privacy Month and this year's theme is Privacy Matters. Throughout the month, the Privacy Office will be promoting privacy awareness on campus, through mySeneca and X.  

Ontario Privacy & Cybersecurity: 2024 in Review 

As part of this year’s campaign Seneca students are invited to participate in a virtual event being hosted by Centennial College, featuring Shane Morganstein from Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG).

Join us as Shane shares his take on the 2024’s key privacy and cybersecurity developments ranging from Bill 194 and artificial intelligence to emerging guidance from Ontario’s Information and Privacy Commissioner.

Click here to learn more.

The Seneca Privacy Office is coming to a campus near you!  

Visit our privacy booth at one of the SSF Social Fairs and learn about how Seneca protects personal information, and how you can protect yours. Enter a draw for a chance to win great prizes, just for stopping by!

• Tuesday, Jan. 14 — The Great Hall, Room A1531, Newnham Campus between 12 and 3 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 16 — Northern Hive, King Campus between 12 and 3 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 21 — Learning Commons Hallway, Seneca@York Campus between 12 and 3 p.m.  

 Tips to Safeguard Your Privacy

In today's digital age, protecting your privacy is more important than ever, especially for students who often rely heavily on technology for their studies and social interactions. 

Check out our tips to safeguard your online privacy, and learn how you can protect your personal information and avoid scams.