Cdns worry about cross-border flow of personal data

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OTTAWA (CP) - Most Canadians feel a company should obtain consent before sending their personal information to a firm in another country, a newly released poll indicates.

The survey, conducted for the federal privacy watchdog, reveals a generally high level of concern about the flow of personal data to foreign governments.

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Eighty-four per cent of those surveyed agreed it was highly important that a person's permission be required before a company can transfer personal information on customers to a firm in another country.

Another 12 per cent said it was moderately important, while three per cent felt it was of low importance.

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