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FOI Assist Seminar Series: Frivolous and Vexatious Requests
This free live seminar will provide an overview of frivolous and vexatious FOI requests under FIPPA and MFIPPA, including: – The public’s “Right of Access” under FIPPA s.10(1) and MFIPPA s.4(1) – The statutory framework under FIPPA, MFIPPA and Reg. 460 / 823 – The meanings of “frivolous” and “vexatious” – The four ways a…
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Registration Link for Seminar #2
As an FOI Assist Knowledge Base subscriber, you are invited to register for the second seminar in the 2026 FOI Assist Seminar Series.
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Interested in a Public Sector PIA Exchange?
If your institution may be interested in participating in a Public Sector PIA Exchange, please let me know by email or through the FOI Assist Knowledge Base online contact form. Likewise, if you have suggestions, comments, or questions about the proposed initiative — or if you would simply like to be kept informed as it…
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Seminar Recap: Third Party Information & The Affected Person Process
The inaugural seminar, “Third Party Information & The Affected Person Process,” was nearly at capacity and brought together FOI professionals from across Ontario and beyond for an in-depth, practical discussion of one of the most challenging areas of FOI practice. For those who were able to attend, thank you for joining us. For those who…
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A Quick Phishing Test from Google
Most FOI and privacy professionals are aware of phishing risks. We routinely advise staff to be cautious and we respond when something goes wrong. In turn, staff look to us for guidance on what to watch for. Setting that example means being able to recognize the warning signs ourselves — especially as phishing attempts become…
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As This Year Comes to a Close
At the end of each year, I like to pause and reflect on the year gone by, share a few thoughts on what’s ahead, and take the opportunity to say thank you to the community that makes this work so rewarding.
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