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Sensitive information is categorized as being either classified or designated, depending on the nature of the information and the potential level of damage should it be disclosed. Every employee is required to exercise care to prevent loss or improper disclosure of this information.>

Employees are required to use approved security containers to store such information. Depending on the circumstances, this could include options such as security cabinets with approved combination locks or padlocks, security safes or approved security briefcases.>

Mailing standards for the transmittal and receipt of classified and designated information exist. In addition, there are procedures which must be followed when transmitting such information, removing it from Transport Canada premises, traveling while in the possession of such information, and working at home.>

Should you find yourself in any of these circumstances, you should be familiar with your responsibilities. For clarification, contact your Regional Director of Security or the offices of Security and Emergency Preparedness at headquarters.>

Your ideas and input are most welcome. If you know of actual best or worst case scenarios, or have questions, tips or suggestions, and would like to share them with your colleagues, please e-mail them to VigilanceTC@tc.gc.ca.>