Collection
The act of gathering, acquiring, or obtaining personal information from any source, including third parties, by any means.
Consent
Voluntary agreement with what is being done or proposed. Consent can be either express or implied.
Disclosure
Making personal information available to a third party outside the Income Security Program.
Express consent
Consent given explicitly, either orally or in writing. Express consent is unequivocal. The client agrees to the collection, use and disclosure of his or her personal information in specific circumstances.
Implied consent
Arises where consent may reasonably be inferred from the action or inaction of the individual. Personal information shall be used and disclosed for purposes previously agreed upon by the client who understands it will be used for that purpose.
Organization
Includes other Band Council divisions, the Band Council, associations, businesses, charities, clubs, departments and ministries, institutions, professional associations and trade unions.
Personal information
Information about an identifiable individual that is recorded in any form.
Use
Refers to the treatment and handling of personal information within the Income Security Program.