Canada’s Privacy Commissioner has launched an investigation with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) into its handling of biological samples collected from athletes.
The investigation stems from allegations that the agency shared athletes’ personal information without their consent.
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner has launched an investigation with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) into its handling of biological samples collected from athletes.
The investigation stems from allegations that the organization shared players’ personal information without their knowledge or consent, according to a statement released Tuesday by Commissioner Philippe Dufresne’s office.
The complaint says the information shared by WADA is used by international sports federations “to evaluate the gender-based eligibility of athletes.”
The investigation will examine whether “the organization’s collection, use and disclosure practices” comply with Canada’s privacy laws.
A WADA spokesperson issued a short statement when asked for comment.
“WADA is aware of the investigation by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and looks forward to presenting its position to the Commissioner in due course,” a spokesperson said in an email.
The Montreal-based doping watchdog’s main goal is to “develop, harmonize and coordinate anti-doping rules and policies across all sports and countries,” according to its website.
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