Presentations and Resources

Thank you for attending my presentation at the Freedom of Information Police Network (FOIPN) Conference.

This page contains a collection of FOI Assist presentations, slide decks, templates, and practical resources that may be helpful to Ontario Freedom of Information professionals working in police services and other public institutions.

FOI Assist Seminar Series 2026

FOI Assist Seminar Series – Seminar #4 Announcement and Invitation

Information about the upcoming FOI Assist Seminar Series session on Ontario’s new FOI rules regarding time extensions and staged access plans on July 14, 2026. Early registration is recommended.

FOI Assist Seminar Series – Seminar #3 Slides and Recap

Slides and recap materials from Seminar #3 of the FOI Assist Seminar Series, covering the significant changes introduced by Bill 97 to Ontario’s FIPPA and MFIPPA legislation, including the transition to business-day deadlines, staged access plans, and second time extensions.

FOI Assist Seminar Series – Seminar #2 Slides and Recap

Slides and recap materials from Seminar #2 of the FOI Assist Seminar Series, exploring frivolous and vexatious requests under Ontario’s freedom of information legislation, including IPC decisions, legal considerations, and practical response strategies.

FOI Assist Seminar Series – Seminar #1 Slides and Recap

Slides and recap materials from Seminar #1 of the FOI Assist Seminar Series, covering the third-party information exemption and the affected person process under Ontario’s FIPPA and MFIPPA legislation, including practical considerations when consulting third parties.

Past FOIPN Presentations

Frivolous and Vexatious Requests (FOIPN 2025)

A presentation exploring frivolous and vexatious requests under Ontario’s FOI legislation, including legal considerations, IPC decisions, and practical strategies for institutions.

Privacy Breaches and Best Practices (FOIPN 2024)

A presentation covering privacy breach response best practices, including containment, risk assessment, notification considerations, and practical operational guidance for Ontario public institutions.

FOI Tactics for Thriving (FOIPN 2023)

A practical presentation on adapting to modern FOI challenges, including body-worn cameras, dashboard cameras, electronic records, Next-Gen 911, and increasing volumes of digital evidence, with a special focus on alternative fee systems.

The Absurd Result Principle (FOIPN 2022)

A presentation discussing the “Absurd Result Principle” under Ontario’s freedom of information legislation, including situations where requesters seek access to records they originally created, provided, or already know the contents of.

Templates, Tools and Practical Resources

Privacy Breach Letter Template for Public Institutions

Privacy Breach Letter Template for Public Institutions

A downloadable privacy breach notification letter template that institutions can adapt when notifying affected individuals following a privacy breach.

FOI Opening and Closing Worksheets

Year-End Statistical Reporting doesn’t have to be scary

Downloadable worksheets designed to help institutions consistently capture key FOI file information and simplify IPCO year-end statistical reporting.

FOI Reference Card

New FIPPA/MFIPPA Reference Card

A downloadable quick-reference guide summarizing important FIPPA and MFIPPA concepts, including fees, timelines, exemptions, and exclusions.

Please note that this version predates Bill 97. For the latest version, contact FOI Assist.

FOI Request Process Flowchart

The FOI Request Process Poster

A visual flowchart outlining the FOI request process from intake through response and file closure.