Accessing City Records and Information
Richmond Hill's City Clerk handles issues related to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Act deals with the security and privacy of records and providing access to information.
Access to information | ||||||||||||||||||||
The Act has principles related to information access including:
This makes it possible for you to access records managed by the municipality. It also protects private information. |
||||||||||||||||||||
Routine Disclosure of Records Request | ||||||||||||||||||||
Copies of the following types of records are to be made via Routine Disclosure Request. Note: In most cases, we do not have records predating 1985. Submit and pay for your request online. Online Disclosure of Records Request Form Requests can also be made by mail. Please submit a physical application form along with a cheque for payment. PDF Disclosure of Records Request Form Record Requests
|
||||||||||||||||||||
Fire Incident and Fire Investigation Reports | ||||||||||||||||||||
Requests for Fire Incident and Fire Investigation Reports are handled by Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services directly. Please contact Fire and Emergency Services for details. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Making a Freedom of Information Request | ||||||||||||||||||||
Follow these steps to make a Freedom of Information Request:
2 Bloor Street East, Suite 1400
|
||||||||||||||||||||
Exemptions | ||||||||||||||||||||
The City Clerk can decide that a request is not appropriate. Mandatory exemptions and discretionary exemptions are also included in the Act.
|
||||||||||||||||||||
Additional information | ||||||||||||||||||||
Email us or call 905-771-8800 for more information. Contact the department in charge of a particular area for questions about an information request you've made. Information is available in alternative formats upon request. |