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Can I interpret that community groups holding a draw at a display table for a door prize during a trade show, would not be considered a commercial activity and therefore doesn't fall under this new ac

If this community group fits under the definition of "non-profit organization" in section 56 of the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA); then this new act would only apply if personal information is collected, used and disclosed in connection with a commercial activity.

Commercial activity means any transaction, act or conduct that is of a commercial activity. In this scenario, and only if the community group is a non-profit organization, personal information collected, used or disclosed here is probably not subject to PIPA. In other words, it sounds like there is no commercial activity connected with the collection, use and disclosure if this is a free draw where individuals provide their contact information. However, the groups may wish to have their own policies regarding the proper handling of personal information.

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