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39: Interpretation
or “This section explains key terms used for accessing and correcting personal information”
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“You can ask to see your personal information”

You or someone acting on your behalf can ask to see your personal information. This is called an IPP 6 request. Only you or your representative can make this request. No one else is allowed to ask for your personal information in this way.

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or “How to request urgent access to your personal information”
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Part 4 Access to and correction of personal information
Access to personal information

40Individuals may make IPP 6 request

  1. An IPP 6 request may be made only by the individual concerned or that individual’s representative.

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