Access to Information

Overview

CBC/Radio-Canada is subject to the Access to Information Act (ATIA), which gives Canadian citizens and persons resident in Canada, as well as corporations located in Canada, a right of access to information held in its records that relates to its general administration.

Exemptions and Exclusions

CBC/Radio-Canada will carry out the requirements of the Access to Information Act in a manner consistent with the requirement that access to records should be granted unless a specific exclusion or exemption applies. CBC/Radio-Canada will apply exemptions or exclusions in the most appropriate manner and as permitted by law.

In addition to other relevant exemptions and exclusions, you should be aware that Section 68.1 of the ATIA provides CBC/Radio-Canada with a specific exclusion for any information that is under the control of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation that relates to its journalistic, creative or programming activities.

Making a Request for Records

1. Fill out an Access to Information Request Form. Or, you can send a dated and signed letter with the following information:
   

   • a statement, indicating that you are making a request under the ATIA
   • as specific a description as possible of the records to which you seek access
   • your name, address and telephone numbers.

2. Enclose the application fee of $5.00 (cheque or money order payable to CBC/Radio-Canada) for each request.
3. Send your form or letter to:

Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator
CBC/Radio-Canada
181 Queen Street
PO Box 3220, Station C
Ottawa, Ontario
K1Y 1E4
Tel. (613) 288-6165