Mrs. Ariane Siegel at the Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics Committee

I can't imagine why the treatment of documents in an investigation would be different for the Privacy Commissioner than in the context of any other examination or ombudsperson model, especially given the context of her role. It's my understanding the commissioner approves and enjoys the role of ombudsperson and is not seeking order-making powers.

I know of no situation where documents that are covered by solicitor-client privilege should in fact somehow become part of the commissioner's investigation process.