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Exam Information
Official specifications published by IAPP
Exam Format
150 min
90
300
Professional
Registration
$550 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
2 years
Earn 20 Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) credits; Pay annual maintenance fee of $250 USD; Complete at least 20 CPE credits every two years
CIPP-C Exam Topics and Domains
CIPP-C is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Provincial privacy commissioners, ATIP offices, Canada Health Infoway, Canadian Standards Association, and more.
1
Introduction to Privacy in Canada
25%
Canadian Governmental Structure
Federal/Provincial/Territorial SystemsRelationship to Privacy
- Understand Canadian governmental structure and its relationship to privacy
- Identify jurisdictional boundaries for privacy law application
- Recognize the role of different levels of government in privacy protection
Privacy Principles Development
Fair Information PracticesInternational Standards
- Comprehend the development of privacy principles in Canada
- Understand international privacy standards and their influence
- Apply privacy principles to practical scenarios
Responsible AI Governance
AI Privacy Principles
- Understand common governance principles for responsible AI
- Apply privacy principles to AI systems
- Identify AI-specific privacy risks
2
Canadian Privacy Laws and Practices – Private Sector
35%
PIPEDA
Core RequirementsConsent RequirementsData Breach Notification
- Master PIPEDA's requirements and applications
- Understand consent requirements and exceptions
- Apply breach notification obligations
Provincial Private Sector Laws
Substantially Similar LawsIdentity Verification Requirements
- Compare provincial privacy laws with PIPEDA
- Understand substantially similar designations
- Apply provincial-specific requirements
CASL (Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation)
Commercial Electronic MessagesCASL Penalties
- Understand CASL requirements and application
- Identify penalties for non-compliance with CASL
- Implement CASL compliance programs
3
Canadian Privacy Laws and Practices – Public Sector
25%
The Privacy Act
Federal Government ApplicationAccess RightsPrivacy Impact Assessments
- Understand Privacy Act requirements and scope
- Apply access and correction provisions
- Conduct privacy impact assessments
Provincial/Territorial Public Sector Laws
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy ActsStakeholder Roles
- Compare federal and provincial public sector laws
- Identify roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
- Apply public sector privacy requirements
Court and Commissioner Rulings
Significant Decisions
- Understand impact of court and commissioner rulings
- Apply legal precedents to privacy scenarios
- Recognize evolving interpretations
4
Canadian Privacy Laws and Practices – Health Sector
15%
Health Privacy Legislation
Provincial Health Privacy ActsCircle of CareElectronic Health Records
- Understand health sector privacy requirements
- Apply circle of care concepts
- Manage electronic health record privacy
Health Sector Challenges
Research and Secondary UseInternational Data Transfers
- Navigate health sector privacy challenges
- Understand research use of health data
- Manage international health data transfers
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CIPP-C earns the CIPP/C certification. It sits in the Privacy Professional - Canada track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- CIPM - Certified Information Privacy ManagerPrivacy program management
- CIPT - Certified Information Privacy TechnologistPrivacy technology and engineering
- AIGP - Artificial Intelligence Governance ProfessionalAI governance and privacy
Alternative Paths
- PCIP - Privacy Compliance Institute Professional Alternative Canadian privacy certification
- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Security complement to privacy
- CISA - Certified Information Systems AuditorPrivacy audit capabilities
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for CIPP-C.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2025-09-01
- Announcement date: 2025-06-01
Updates
- Artificial Intelligence 2025 Guidelines New domain content on responsible AI governance • Release date: 2025-01-01
- Cloud Computing Updated Guidance 2024 Enhanced focus on cross-border data transfers • Release date: 2024-06-01
- Blockchain Emerging Limited coverage, focus on immutability challenges • Release date: 2024-01-01
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Privacy Officers and Compliance Professionals.
- 2+ years of privacy experience
- Knowledge of Canadian privacy laws
- Understanding of federal/provincial/territorial systems
- Familiarity with PIPEDA and Privacy Act