# Background

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Individual Privacy Act (hereinafter referred to as the Act) came into effect on January 1, 1988. The purpose of this Act is to open a new window on information while ensuring that the privacy of individuals is protected.

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SUBJECT

## Background

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Individual Privacy Act (hereinafter referred to as the Act) came into effect on January 1, 1988. The purpose of this Act is to open a new window on information while ensuring that the privacy of individuals is protected.

## Policy

Northern  College,  in  accordance  with  the  Act,  will  provide  all  persons  with  a  legal  right  of  access  to information contained in the records of the corporation and will abide by the privacy protection standards set out by the Act when collecting, using, and disclosing information of a personal nature.

## References

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Individual Privacy Act.

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