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Freedom of Information

The Administration Department is responsible for administering the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Act gives the public a right of access to all records in custody of the Town, however with limited exceptions. The Act regulates how the Town collects, uses and discloses a wide range of personal information.

Most information sought by the public is available and handled informally without use of the Act such as: agendas, minutes, bylaws, policies and procedures and information related to your own property.  A  formal request is required in writing for records that are not routinely available. The request should provide sufficient detail to assist staff in locating and retrieving the records. Your request should be sent to the following mailing address:


Town of Sidney
Administration Department
2440 Sidney Avenue
Sidney, BC   V8L 1Y7
Fax: (250) 656-7056
E-mail


The Act also provides for a municipality to charge a fee for certain costs of providing applicants with records. As per the Town’s FOI bylaw, a $30 deposit fee is required before a request is processed. For more information on this matter, please contact the Administration Department.



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