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Alberta Laws - Others > Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Provincial - Alberta)
Short Summary
The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act applies to all public bodies in the Province of Alberta. Its purposes are to provide individuals with a right of access to records, control the collection and use of personal information by public bodies, allow individuals to access their own personal information held by public bodies, and provide for independent reviews and resolution of complaints. The Act sets out procedures for obtaining access to records, exceptions to disclosure, and protections for personal privacy. It also establishes the role and powers of the Information and Privacy Commissioner, as well as provisions for reviews and complaints. The Act does not apply to certain types of records, such as those related to law enforcement, personal evaluations, or tax information.
Whom does it apply to?
All public bodies in the Province of Alberta
What does it govern?
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
What are exemptions?
Exceptions to disclosure include trade secrets, commercial or financial information supplied in confidence, personal information that would be an unreasonable invasion of privacy, information that could threaten safety or interfere with law enforcement, and evaluative or opinion material compiled for employment or contract purposes.
What are the Penalties?
Penalties for non-compliance are not specified in the document.
Jurisdiction
Alberta