The Squamish.com Real Estate Group values your privacy. While we do collect some personal information, it is always only with your consent. We are committed to following the guidelines as set out in the Personal Information Protection Act enacted in BC in 2004 ( PIPA ).
As PIPA governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal information held by organizations. Personal information is very broadly defined as “information about an identifiable individual.”
The Ten Principles of Privacy
Principle 1 Accountability
We are responsible for the proper management of all personal information in my possession or control, and shall designate one or more persons to be accountable for compliance.
Principle 2 Identifying the Purposes of Personal Information
We shall identify the purposes of collecting information before or at the time the information is collected.
Principle 3 Obtaining Consent
The knowledge and consent of the client are required for the collection, use or disclosure of personal information except where inappropriate.
Principle 4 Limiting Collection of Personal Information
We shall limit the collection of personal information to that which is necessary for the purposes identified.
Principle 5 Limiting Use, Disclosure, and Retention of Personal Information
We shall use or disclose personal information only for the reason it was collected, except with the consent of the client or as required by law.
Principle 6 Accuracy of Personal Information
We shall keep personal information as accurate, complete, current and relevant as necessary for its identified purpose.
Principle 7 Protecting Information
We shall protect personal information with safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information.
Principle 8 Openness Concerning Policies and Practices
We shall make readily available to clients specific information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.
Principle 9 Consumer Access to Personal Information
Upon request, we shall inform a client of the existence, use and disclosure of his or her personal information and shall give the individual access to that information.
Principle 10 Challenging Compliance
A client shall be able to address a challenge concerning compliance with the above principles to the designated accountable person or persons in our office.
Upon your request, we will provide information regarding our complaint procedures.
Any inquiries, complaints or questions regarding this Policy or our compliance with privacy legislation should be directed in writing to us as follows:
Scott McQuade
Macdonald Realty
38090 Cleveland Ave
Squamish, BC
V8B 0C1