Making a Request
Temporary service changes due to COVID-19
If you submit a FIPPA application, we will make every reasonable effort to respond to your request in writing within 30 days; however, delays may occur due to the impact of COVID-19. We will endeavour to notify applicants of delays when they occur.
- Phone: 204-986-7509
- Email: FIPPA@winnipeg.ca
- Fax: 204-986-7133
- In person or by mail:
City Clerk's Department
Susan A. Thompson Building
510 Main St.
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1B9
The mandated FIPPA application form is available on the Province of Manitoba’s website.
Visit the COVID-19 website for a comprehensive listing of service impacts.
The City Clerk’s Department only processes FIPPA requests that relates to City of Winnipeg departments. We do not accept requests for Provincial or Federal public bodies.
Please note: the City Clerk’s Department at 510 Main St. does not have hard copies of police reports on file.
Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), you have the right to request access to City records and information about yourself or other matters of interest to you.
Before submitting a FIPPA application, check the following websites and resources to determine if the information is already publicly available or if it is available through another process:
To make a FIPPA request, you must complete the FIPPA application form. Describe the records you wish to access as clearly and as specifically as possible. Include your name, address and telephone number where you can be reached. Sign the form and keep a copy for your reference.
Please see our Frequently Asked Questions for answers to questions about response time, possible fees and the complaint process.
The Manitoba Ombudsman website provides a free, one-page guide called “Tips for making a FIPPA request.” that can help you when you fill out your application form.
Application Form
Submit the completed application form to the City Clerk's Department by mail, fax or email; note, the City cannot guarantee the security of your personal information if you choose to submit it by email.
Mail:
City Clerk's Department
Susan A. Thompson Building
510 Main Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 1B9
Fax: 204-986-7133
Email: FIPPA@winnipeg.ca
Consent to Disclose Personal Information Form
If you are requesting information about another person, you must supply the City of Winnipeg with the other person’s written consent to disclose their personal information, in addition to the application form.
Proof of Authority Form
If you are requesting information on behalf of someone else, you must supply the City of Winnipeg with signed authorization from that individual, in addition to the application form.