Privacy Notice

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) is committed to protecting personal, confidential and third party information.  All personal information is collected by the SATCC in accordance with The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and The Health Information Protection Act.    

Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission Privacy Policy.

What personal information does the SATCC collect?

Some examples of personal information the SATCC may collect are:

• Contact information such as name, home address, phone number, email address, business contact information
• Demographic information such as age, gender, aboriginal ancestry
• Educational and training information
• Social Insurance Number

What does the SATCC do with my personal information?

In most cases the personal information we collect from you is used to deliver programs and services to you.  For example, your education and training information may be used to ensure you meet apprenticeship educational requirements or to grant you credit for previous training.

• Your personal information may be used to verify your identity or program eligibility.
• Your personal health information may be used to provide you with accommodations to assist you in completing technical training and/or taking examinations.
• From time to time, we may use your personal information to send important notices such as communications about technical training, changes to our policies or correspondence regarding your apprenticeship.
• Your personal information may be used for SATCC internal purposes such as auditing, data analysis, and research to improve the SATCC’s services and communications.
• In some instances, and to obtain the necessary consent, the personal information you provide such as email or mailing address may be used to contact you regarding new services available from SATCC, including upcoming events or other relevant notifications.
• You may also be asked to provide your opinion or feedback on various topics from time to time. Participation in these types of initiatives is voluntary and confidential.

 Is my information ever given to anyone else?

The SATCC considers an individual’s information confidential. We do not disclose your personal information and personal health information to third parties without your consent unless disclosure is authorized by legislation or required by law.  Any disclosure made is done so in accordance with The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and The Health Information Protection Act.

The SATCC does not sell or rent personal information to other organizations.

Your information may be disclosed to organizations contracted by the SATCC to provide services on behalf of the SATCC.  Contractors must maintain and protect your information in accordance with The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, The Health Information Protection Act and Canadian privacy legislation.

How does the SATCC protect my personal information?

The SATCC takes many precautions to protect your information against loss, theft and misuse. We also safeguard against unauthorized collection, access, disclosure, alternation and destruction.  These measures include various forms of physical, technical and administrative precautions.

If you ever have concerns about the confidentiality or safeguarding of your personal information and personal health information at the SATCC or would like to report a suspected privacy breach, you can do so by contacting the SATCC at:

Privacy and Access Officer

2140 Hamilton Street
REGINA SK  S4P 2E3
Phone:  306-787-0123      Fax:  306-787-5859
Email:  [email protected]

How do I make sure my information is accurate and how long does the SATCC keep my information?

The SATCC relies on your assistance to help maintain the accuracy and completeness of your personal information and personal health information. Your information is retained for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in the SATCC Privacy Policy unless a longer period is required or permitted by law.

How do I access my personal information at the SATCC?

If you have questions about your personal information or personal health information, or you would like access to your information, you may contact the SATCC at 1-877-363-0536 or by email at [email protected]

Links

Our website may contain links to other websites which are provided to you as a convenience.  You are advised that other third party websites may have different privacy practices than the SATCC. The SATCC has no responsibility for third party websites.