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Freedom of Information

The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) provides a right of access to information for records in the custody and control of the Municipality, with certain limitations in order to protect personal and sensitive information.

Many of the Municipality of Trent Hills' records are available either online or by directly requesting the information.

Before submitting a Freedom of Information request, contact the Municipality to see if the information is already available.

How to apply for access to information

You can request information by filling out a Freedom of Information Application form. You must also pay a $5 fee.

Submit your completed request to the Clerk's Office.

The Clerk has 30 days to respond to Freedom of Information requests.

Additional fees may apply depending on the request. The Clerk will provide an estimate if the fees will be over $25. 

Can a Freedom of Information Request be Refused?

An institution may refuse access to a record or part of a record in accordance with the Exceptions in MFIPPA.

Land Acknowledgement

We recognize the traditional keepers of this land and, specifically our neighbours of the Alderville First Nation, with a formal territorial acknowledgement.

Welcome to the Gunshot Treaty Lands of 1788. It is on these lands and on the shores of the big lake, the Mississauga Anishinabeg met with the Crown to facilitate the opening of these lands for
settlement.

Let us be reminded of the responsibility we all have in making sure that we respect these lands and waters that give us life and sustain our livelihoods.

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