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FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF PRIVACY (FIPPA)

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, commonly known as FIPPA, provides for the legal right of access to records held by the City of Winnipeg, subject to certain exceptions. It also provides for the protection of privacy and personal information by limiting the ways that personal information can be collected, used, and disseminated.

Refer to the Act for specific exceptions to disclosure and restrictions on the collection, use and disclosure of personal information.

For more information or assistance regarding the City of Winnipeg and FIPPA, contact:

Access and Privacy Coordinator
City of Winnipeg
Attention: City Clerk, Council Building, 510 Main St., Winnipeg, MB R3B 1B9
Phone: 204.986.5971
Fax: 204.947.3452
Email: City Clerk's

Accessing City Records through FIPPA  PDF  
The City of Winnipeg came under
The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, (FIPPA) on August 31, 1998.
 
Application for Access Form  PDF   en Français
Citizens are encouraged to contact the appropriate City department before filling out a FIPPA application for access. In many cases, the information that you are looking for can be obtained without making a formal application for access under FIPPA.
 
FIPPA Complaint Form  PDF   en Français
 
 
OTHER GOVERNMENT LINKS:
 
Manitoba Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FIPPA) Home Page
 
Manitoba Ombudsman’s Office Access and Privacy Division Home Page

Last update: 2009/06/17

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