Which of the following is NOT a criterion for assessing the reasonableness of collection under PIPEDA?

In the context of assessing the reasonableness of collection under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), it is essential to consider what factors are relevant to the purpose of data collection. The act focuses primarily on ensuring that personal information is collected, used, and disclosed in a manner that is reasonable and respectful of individuals' privacy.

Cost of collection does not directly align with the criteria that emphasize the ethical and legal standards surrounding privacy. The factors that are considered relevant typically pertain to aspects such as necessity and proportionality. Necessity of surveillance ensures that any collection of data is justifiable and essential for achieving a legitimate purpose. Surveillance effectiveness looks at whether the methods used are adequate in achieving the intended objectives while limiting intrusion into privacy. Loss of privacy proportionality evaluates whether the degree of information collected corresponds suitably to the anticipated benefit, ensuring that the harm or intrusion into privacy is not excessive in relation to the value gained from the information.

Thus, while cost may play a role in the organizational decision-making process, it is not a fundamental criterion recognized within the framework of PIPEDA when determining the appropriateness of personal data collection practices.