Accessing Municipal Information
The Township of Selwyn is committed to providing individuals with the right of access to information in our custody and control including records containing their own personal information, where applicable.
Requesters can make a general inquiry by contacting the appropriate department and simply asking for the desired information.
In some cases, records may contain protected information under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and as such a formal FOI may be required.
The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
The Clerk's Office is responsible for the daily administration of the Act, including receiving and processing access requests on behalf of the Township, providing advice to administration, serving members of the public and helping to ensure that the privacy requirements of the Act are met.
Information and Privacy Commissioner Ontario
80 Bloor Street West, Suite 1700
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2V1
T: 1-800-387-0073
F: 1(416) 325-9195
TTY: 1(416) 325-7539
How do I make a formal request for Information under the Act?
Complete a Freedom of Information (FOI) Request Form available from the Clerk's Department at the Municipal Office (1310 Centre Line) or by contacting the Clerk at 705-292-9507.
Will I receive the Information I asked for?
Some requests for information may not be granted because of exemptions to open access. Mandatory exemptions prohibit the municipality, by law, from giving the information to a requestor, while discretionary exemptions leave the decision on whether or not disclosure of the information would be appropriate to the municipality.
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