Marginal note:Protection of information
33.01 (1) Information with respect to an individual is privileged and shall not be made available except in accordance with this Act.
Marginal note:Availability of information where requested by individual
(2) In addition to an individual’s right of access under section 12 of the Privacy Act, information with respect to an individual may, on request in writing to the Minister by the individual or their representative, be made available to that individual or representative or, on the conditions that may be prescribed, to any person or body named in the request.
Marginal note:Availability of information to individuals and members of Parliament
(3) Information may be made available to an individual or their representative, or to a member of Parliament inquiring on behalf of an individual, if the information is relevant to the making of an application or election, or the receipt of a benefit, by the individual under this Act.
Marginal note:Availability of information for proceedings
(4) Information may be made available for the purpose of civil or criminal proceedings relating to the administration of this Act, including appeals under this Act.
- 1997, c. 40, s. 102
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