Privacy Policy & Other Information

Personal information that is collected, used, disclosed, and retained by this website is done so under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) or other relevant legislation.

Visitors should be aware that the CDHBC website may include links to websites operated by other agencies, non-profit organizations, and private businesses. When linking to another site, this privacy policy will not apply; however, you may be subject to the privacy policy of that new site, if one exists. CDHBC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

All information on this website is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. Anyone downloading files does so at their own risk and assumes the risk of computer viruses or other malicious programs.

Although all reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy, the information on this website may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. Information may be changed or updated without notice. CDHBC may also edit, delete, or add to the information described in this site at any time without notice.

In no event will CDHBC be liable to any party for any direct, indirect, special, or other consequential damages for any use of this website, or on any other hyperlinked website, including, without limitation, any loss of programs or other data on your computer or otherwise, even if we are expressly advised of the possibility of such damages.

CDHBC cannot control which websites link to this website. Such links should not be construed as an endorsement by CDHBC.

 

Through responsible information management practices, the College of Dental Hygienists of British Columbia is committed to protecting personal privacy. Registrant information will only be used by authorized staff to fulfil the purpose for which it was originally collected, or for a use consistent with that purpose. We do not disclose information to other public bodies or individuals except as authorized by FIPPA. CDHBC is obligated to protect personal information by making reasonable security arrangements against such risks as unauthorized access, collection, use, disclosure, or disposal. Security measures have been integrated into day-to-day operating practices as part of CDHBC's continuing commitment to the protection of personal information.

 

CDHBC is working to decrease its environmental impact and increase operational efficiency by reducing printed materials and incorporating recycled source and forest-friendly products whenever possible and/or cost-effective.

 

Credits

Content architecture, development & management: Popi Bowman

Website design: Number41 Media

Special thanks to the many information sources and other regulatory and educational organizations (see the Forms & Resources listings) that provided reference materials and guidance for this website's content development.