What is FOIP?
FOIP stands for the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Town is a public body, therefore, it is subject to the FOIP Act for records that are under our custody and control. When a request for information is received from members of the public, businesses, organizations, etc., the Town will consult the FOIP Act.
There is also a Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Regulation.
Fees
To access General Information, there is an initial fee of $25.00. Payment of this fee is required before processing of the request can begin and should be included with your Request to Access Information form. If your request is for Personal Information, this initial fee is waived.
All fees are in accordance with Schedule 2 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Regulation. The FOIP Coordinator will be in contact with you to advise of any fees that may be required.
Timelines
While the Town of Bon Accord is committed to responding to and completing all FOIP requests as quickly as possible, the FOIP act allows for up to 30 days for a response. In some cases an extension may be necessary.
Submission Information
When filling out your request, please give as much detail as possible:
- describe the records you are wishing to access;
- list all departments of the Town of Bon Accord where this information may have been collected and stored;
- include specific dates or the time period involved, with a start and end date; and
- sign and date the request.
Please note Government Issued Photo Identification may be required before information is released to you.
Submit to:
FOIP Coordinator
Town of Bon Accord
5025 50th Avenue
Box 779
Bon Accord, AB T0A 0K0
Phone: 780-921-3550
Email: lscoordinator@bonaccord.ca