SaskTel fields over 11,000 requests for customer data, says first Transparency Report

REGINA - SaskTel received 11,857 information requests from various authorized government agencies and emergency services providers in 2013, the company disclosed Wednesday in its first ever Transparency Report.Like all telecommunications companies that provide services, SaskTel noted that it is required by law to assist agencies for purposes such as enforcing criminal law, protecting public revenue and safeguarding national security. Assistance is also provided to emergency services agencies for reasons such as responding to life threatening situations or dealing with matters relating to emergency calls. SaskTel said that it complies with Saskatchewan’s privacy laws and takes “active steps” to protect its...