Access to Information and Privacy
Health Canada's mandate is to protect and maintain the health of Canadians. To achieve its mandate, many of the Department's programs and services require the collection, use, disclosure and retention of personal information and records.
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 Access to Information Act governs access to information contained in federal government records. This means that Canadian citizens, permanent residents, persons present in Canada, or corporations can, formally or informally, request records under the control of Health Canada.
- The Privacy Act governs the collection, use, disclosure and retention of personal information and gives all individuals in Canada access to information about themselves.
The Access to Information and Privacy Division at Health Canada facilitates Departmental compliance with Canada's laws on access to information and on the protection of personal information.
- We provide advice to anyone seeking information under our control.
- We prepare an Annual Report to Parliament outlining how we operate, the volume of requests received, and how we have responded to those requests.
- We provide assistance on how to file complaints should it be necessary to approach the Information Commissioner or Privacy Commissioner.
- We strengthen access to information and privacy practices across the Department by developing corporate policies, guidelines, training and awareness programs.
While forms exist for the submission of access to information and privacy requests, using them is not essential. A detailed letter or email will suffice.
More Information:
- Contact us - We are ready to assist those seeking advice or wishing to file a request for records or personal information.
- Info Source - Info Source provides details on the Government of Canada's information holdings.
- Proactive Disclosure - Proactive disclosure of Health Canada's travel & hospitality expenses, contracts, and position reclassifications.
- Request Access to Information or Personal Information - Instructions on how to file a request for records or personal information.
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