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Organization:
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Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-267-0441
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Fax:
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819-994-1768
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Email:
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general@oic-ci.gc.ca
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Website:
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www.oic-ci.gc.ca
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Address:
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30 Victoria St
Gatineau, QC
K1A 1H3
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Intersection:
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Maisonneuve Blvd and Victoria St
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Location:
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Gatineau
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Executives:
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Caroline Maynard - Information Commissioner of Canada
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Service Description:
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Investigates and reports on complaints from individuals who believe they have been denied rights under the Access to Information Act * the Act provides a right of access to information under the control of government institutions subject to limited and specific exceptions * the Information Commissioner carries out investigations and mediates between complainants and government institutions * monitors federal institutions' performances under the Act * makes recommendations to government institutions but cannot issue binding orders
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Application:
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Complaint must be lodged in writing within 60 days after contact with a federal institution * telephone or email complaints are not accepted
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Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
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Must be physically present in Canada or a Canadian citizen
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Note:
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French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
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Area(s) Served:
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Canada
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See Also:
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Government Services - Appeals and Complaints
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This information was last completely updated on 3/20/2024 |
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