Institutions have an obligation to provide records in response to FOI requests; however, this does not prevent institutions from providing records or information without using the official FOI process.
Tag Archives: Reference
The “Other Acts” Exclusion
Freedom of Information professionals should be aware of exclusions found in legislation other than FIPPA and MFIPPA that may apply to access requests received by their institution.
New FIPPA/MFIPPA Reference Card
I have created a 5×7″ double-sided reference card to help FOI Professionals remember some of the tricky details specific to general records requests, access to personal information requests, and correction requests under both the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, including a complete list of fees, exemptions and exclusions.
General Records Requests vs. Personal Information Requests
Today’s article is intended to provide an overview of the similarities and differences between general records requests and access to personal information requests.
Forwarding or Transferring Requests
What happens when a requestor sends a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to the wrong institution?
FOI Assist 