Welcome to the Office of the Information Commissioner

Failing to Strike the Right Balance for Transparency

Winner of the 2017 Grace-Pépin Access to Information Award

Summary of the Federal Court of Appeal’s decision in Apotex Inc. v. Minister of Health and Attorney General of Canada, and Information Commissioner of Canada

Bill C-58, An Act to amend the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts

The Government of Canada introduces Bill C-58

Annual Report 2016–2017

Complaint Form Satisfaction Survey
Failing to Strike the Right Balance for Transparency
Winner of the 2017 Grace-Pépin Award
Summary of the Federal Court of Appeal’s decision
The Government of Canada introduces Bill C-58, An Act to amend the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts
Annual Report 2016–2017

Did you know?

Every person in Canada has the right to request access to government records – a right that is preserved through various federal, provincial and territorial laws across Canada. This right is essential to foster greater government accountability and transparency.