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Dispute Resolution
Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada
The Office investigates complaints from people who believe they have been denied rights under the Access to Information Act - Canada's freedom of information legislation. An independent ombudsman appointed by Parliament, the Information Commissioner has strong investigative powers and mediates between dissatisfied applicants and government institutions. This site includes links to the Access to Information Act, Annual Reports, Speeches and Publications.
See also Organization: Office of the Information Commissioner
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Historical Records
Expert Panel on Access to Historical Census Records 
Statistics Canada
May 31, 2000
This report was prepared by the Expert Panel for the Minister Responsible for Statistics Canada and discusses the legal, privacy and archival implications of providing access to historical census records.
See also Organization: Statistics Canada
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Policies and Guidelines
Access to Information and Privacy
Treasury Board Secretariat
Treasury Board policies on access and privacy reinforce information management principles inherent in the Management of Government Information Policy and the Security Policy. They support the objectives of "duty to inform", "routine disclosure" and "service to thepublic" which are fundamental concepts within the Communications Policy.
See also Topic(s): Privacy
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

Access to Information and Privacy: Federal Government Institutions
Justice Canada
The information presented here is intended to provide the user with resources related to Canadian laws and policies dealing with access to information and privacy, with a particular emphasis on the federal Access to Information Act  and the Privacy Act.
See also Topic(s): Privacy
See also Organization: Justice Canada
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

Access to Information Policy
Treasury Board Secretariat
The purpose of this policy is to ensure effective and consistent administration of the Access to Information Act and Regulations on a government-wide basis.
See also Topic(s): Privacy
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

Fine Art of Destruction, The: Access Act Reform: The Destruction of Records and Proposed Access Act Amendments
National Archives of Canada
Ian Wilson
May 1, 2000
An overview of the history of record maintenance and disposal, with a focus on the role and obligations of the National Archives. Includes discussion about access to information and the Government of Canada's record-keeping obligations, and the effect computer technology will have on record keeping.
See also Organization: Library and Archives Canada

Privacy Impact Assessment Audit Guide
Treasury Board Secretariat
This Audit Guide has been prepared to assist federal institutions in auditing the implementation of the Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Policy. The PIA Policy, introduced by the Government of Canada on May 2, 2002, requires institutions to consider the impact of new programs and services on the privacy rights of Canadians.  For more information concerning the Guide, please refer to the Fact Sheet.
See also Topic(s): Privacy
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat

Process for the Consultation of Textual Records Subject to the Access to Information and Privacy Acts by Government Researchers
National Archives of Canada
This document describes the process for consulting textual records from the National Archives by government researchers, as well as explaining how one may be granted departmental researcher status.
See also Topic(s): Privacy
See also Organization: Library and Archives Canada

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Preservation
E-Collection: Preserving Federal Publications for Long-Term Access
National Library of Canada
Francine Bédard and Fay Hjartarson
Presentation at IM Day 2002
September 13, 2002
Since 1994, the National Library has been collecting, organizing, and providing access to electronic publications created by federal departments. During this time the Library has established partnerships with 37 federal organizations, has collected over 6000 titles, and has created a guide to best practices for Canadian publishers. This session will provide you with an overview of this innovative project and describe the challenges currently being addressed.
See also Organization: Library and Archives Canada
See also IMRC - Information Management Day; IMRC - Preservation
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Privacy
Access to Information and Privacy
Treasury Board Secretariat
Treasury Board policies on access and privacy reinforce information management principles inherent in the Management of Government Information Policy and the Security Policy. They support the objectives of "duty to inform", "routine disclosure" and "service to thepublic" which are fundamental concepts within the Communications Policy.
See also Topic(s): Policies and Guidelines
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

Access to Information and Privacy: Federal Government Institutions
Justice Canada
The information presented here is intended to provide the user with resources related to Canadian laws and policies dealing with access to information and privacy, with a particular emphasis on the federal Access to Information Act  and the Privacy Act.
See also Topic(s): Policies and Guidelines
See also Organization: Justice Canada
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

CIC GOL Pathfinder Client Application Status (e-CAS): Privacy of Personal Information and Consent
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Sharron Doherty and Phil Bisson
Presentation at IM Day 2002
September 13, 2002
This presentation will provide an overview of Citizenship and Immigration Canada Pathfinder e-Client Application Status product. It will describe Privacy and Security recommendations, roadblocks, solutions and lessons learned.
See also Organization: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
See also IMRC - Information Management Day

Privacy Impact Assessment Audit Guide
Treasury Board Secretariat
This Audit Guide has been prepared to assist federal institutions in auditing the implementation of the Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) Policy. The PIA Policy, introduced by the Government of Canada on May 2, 2002, requires institutions to consider the impact of new programs and services on the privacy rights of Canadians.  For more information concerning the Guide, please refer to the Fact Sheet.
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat

Process for the Consultation of Textual Records Subject to the Access to Information and Privacy Acts by Government Researchers
National Archives of Canada
This document describes the process for consulting textual records from the National Archives by government researchers, as well as explaining how one may be granted departmental researcher status.
See also Topic(s): Policies and Guidelines
See also Organization: Library and Archives Canada

Privacy and Government On-Line
Treasury Board Secretariat
The Privacy and Government On-Line Initiative is aimed at providing government departments and agencies a practical toolset to ensure that privacy is addressed and taken into consideration during the design and implementation of all programs and services.
See also Organization: Treasury Board Secretariat

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Publications and Databases
InfoSource
Sources of Federal Government Information 2002-2003
Government of Canada
InfoSource is a series of publications and databases containing information about the Government of Canada, its organization and information holdings. It supports the government's policy to explain and promote open and accessible information regarding its activities. It is a key reference tool to assist members of the public in exercising their rights under the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act.
See also Organization: Government of Canada
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Task Forces
Access to Information Review Task Force
Government of Canada
The Government of Canada Access to Information Review Task Force has been mandated to make recommendations to the government on how to improve access to government information for all Canadians. The Task Force has produced a number of significant research documents, including Information Management and Access to Information - A View into the Future.
See also Organization: Government of Canada
See also IMRC – Policies, Standards and Guidelines

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