Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy

To file a Request for Access, please contact Joanne Goulet.

Request Form

The focus of the Freedom of Information process is accountability to the public. The goal is to create an open and accountable government by providing as much information as possible to the public, while ensuring personal privacy is protected.

Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act is legislation that provides individuals with the right to request access to information, including most general records and records containing their own personal information maintained by the City of Thorold.

Under the legislation, the “Head” of the Corporation is responsible for decisions made under the Act. City Council has delegated the responsibilities and powers of the “Head” to the City Clerk.

Copies of the legislation are available from the following websites:

Information and privacy Commissioner of Ontario

Ministry of Government and Consumer Services

Policy No. 400-07 - Routine Disclosure Policy