The Information Commissioner of Canada, Suzanne Legault, launched her official blog site on Feb. 4. Its purpose is to inform, educate and engage all Canadians about their access rights. The blog is available here. Call 819-994-1068.
The Information Commissioner announced the winners of the 2015 Grace-Pépin Access to Information Award. This year’s recipients are Ken Rubin, and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC). “We received a number of very strong nominations this year, all of whom are deserving of recognition,” said commissioner Legault. “Canada’s access community is vibrant and … Read more
Suzanne Legault, the Information Commissioner of Canada saw a year of significant advances in access in 2014-2015 but, equally, of significant regressions. Legault tabled her most recent annual report in Parliament with details of this challenging year for access to information. The report highlights two important decisions rendered by the courts that provided much-needed clarification … Read more
The Information Commissioner of Canada has launched a call for nominations for the 2015 Grace-Pépin Access to Information Award. The non-monetary award is presented annually to an individual, group or organization that demonstrates an exceptional contribution to the promotion and support of the principles of transparency, accountability, and the public’s right to know. “Canada is home … Read more
Suzanne Legault, Information Commissioner of Canada, tabled a special report in Parliament pertaining to an investigation into a complaint against the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for records in the Long-gun Registry. “As Information Commissioner, it is incumbent upon me to inform Parliament of my findings in this matter because certain provisions of the Economic Action … Read more
Suzanne Legault, Information Commissioner of Canada, tabled a special report in Parliament that proposes an in-depth reform of the Access to Information Act. “There has been a steady erosion of access to information rights in Canada over the last 30 years” said commissioner Legault. “Although the Act was intended to shine a light on government decisions, … Read more
Information and Privacy Ombudspersons and Commissioners from across Canada gathered in Ottawa for their annual meeting Oct. 28 and 29, 2014. They issued a joint statement on information and privacy rights in the context of national security. The two-day session was an opportunity to discuss issues of provincial, territorial, and national importance related to their mandates as oversight agencies for … Read more
Being able to request and receive government information about what impacts Canadians’ everyday lives is fundamental to a functioning democracy, according to Suzanne Legault, Information Commissioner of Canada. Legault tabled her most recent annual report in Parliament. However, the access to information system remains in a fragile state. “I continue to have serious concerns about the health of the system, … Read more
Suzanne Legault, Information Commissioner of Canada, issued a special report to Parliament that recommends specific controls be placed on instant messaging to preserve government records and respect the federal access to information law. Instant messages include what are commonly called “PINs” sent and received on BlackBerrys. “After investigating the use of wireless devices and instant … Read more
Suzanne Legault, information commissioner of Canada, tabled her annual report to Parliament, highlighting weaknesses in the information system that need to be urgently addressed. The report cites both a lack of leadership and resources as the main failings. “All together, these circumstances tell me in no uncertain terms that the integrity of the federal access … Read more
