Access to Information and Privacy
Access to Information
The Access to Information Act gives Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or any person or corporation present in Canada a right to access information that is contained in government records. The Act is intended to complement existing procedures for access to government information.
Requests for records under the control of the Government of Canada should be submitted under the Access to Information Act.
Privacy
The Privacy Act gives Canadians the right to access personal information held by the government and protection of that information against unauthorized use and disclosure.
Requests to access your personal information under the control of the Government of Canada should be submitted under the Privacy Act.
Forms
- Access to Information Request Form and Instructions
- Personal Information Request Form and Instructions
Requests must be sent to the appropriate Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator of the institution holding the information you are requesting.