Can an institution disclose names of graduates to its Alumni Association or to its Fund Development Office?
• Yes, in accordance with sections 39(2) and (3) and 40(2). Under section 39, unless an individual has requested that his/her personal information not be disclosed, an institution may disclose the names of graduates to its Alumni Association for alumni purposes (e.g. providing information about discounted services; benefits; travel, educational or cultural events; seeking feedback on institutional issues). • Under section 39(2), but always subject to sub-section (3), an institution may also use personal information in its alumni records for the purpose of its own fund-raising activities. • Under section 40(2), an institution may disclose personal information in its alumni records for the purpose of its own fund-raising activities if the institution and the person or entity to whom or which the information is disclosed enter into a written agreement that requires the institution to stop using an individual’s personal information at the individual’s request.
• Yes, in accordance with sections 39(2) and (3) and 40(2). Under section 39, unless an individual has requested that his/her personal information not be disclosed, an institution may disclose the names of graduates to its Alumni Association for alumni purposes (e.g. providing information about discounted services; benefits; travel, educational or cultural events; seeking feedback on institutional issues). • Under section 39(2), but always subject to sub-section (3), an institution may also use personal information in its alumni records for the purpose of its own fund-raising activities. • Under section 40(2), an institution may disclose personal information in its alumni records for the purpose of its own fund-raising activities if the institution and the person or entity to whom or which the information is disclosed enter into a written agreement that requires the institution to stop using an individual’s personal information at the individual’s request.
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