Privacy Statement

Introduction

The Commissioner for Legislative Standards (CLS) maintains this website to help you obtain information about the office. The CLS is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals and organizations who visit this website in compliance with the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 2015 (ATIPPA, 2015).

Definition of Personal Information

Personal information means recorded information about an identifiable individual, including the individual’s name, address or telephone number. ATIPPA, 2015 outlines several examples of personal information which may be reviewed here .

Collecting Personal Information

The only identifiable personal information collected by this website is information you give voluntarily (e.g. submitting your contact information in relation to a complaint or as part of a general inquiry). This information is collected in compliance with ATIPPA, 2015 and will only be used by authorized staff for the purpose which it was originally collected, or for a use consistent with that purpose unless you expressly consent otherwise. This information is not disclosed to other public bodies or individuals.

Security

Section 64 of ATIPPA, 2015 states that government bodies shall protect personal information by making reasonable security arrangements against such risks as unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure or disposal. Security measures are integrated into the design, implementation and daily operating practices as part of the CLS's ongoing commitment to protecting your personal information.

Links to Other Websites

This website may include links to websites operated by other public and/or private sector organizations. The CLS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Contact Information

Please direct any questions regarding this privacy policy or ATIPPA, 2015 to the CLS's ATIPP Coordinator.

Compliance

If you have a complaint or concern about your personal information, please contact the CLS. If your complaint is not resolved to your satisfaction, the ATIPPA, 2015 provides a mechanism for independent review by contacting the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner .