Submit an Access to Information request
These steps can be used by Canadian citizens, permanent residents or other individuals present in Canada, or corporations present in Canada, to file an access to information request with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) under the Access to Information Act or under the Privacy Act .
Submit an online request
Using the ATIP Online Request service is a convenient way to get requests submitted quickly and easily. Submit a request online to save time and postage.
Submit a request by mail
The following steps will help you mail in your ATIP request:
Step 1: Complete the form
To apply for information under the Access to Information Act , complete the Access to Information Request Form. Describe the information being sought and provide any relevant details necessary to help ESDC find it. For information on ESDC programs, read Sources of Federal Government and Employee Information (InfoSource).
Step 2: Enclose payment
Please enclose a $5 cheque or money order payable to the Receiver General of Canada.
Alternatively, you can pay by credit card (VISA or MasterCard) by phoning the Access to Information and Privacy Division directly at 819-654-6981.
Note:
In addition to the $5 application fee, other fees may apply if the search for the information takes more than five hours or requires computer programming. If that is the case, you will be notified beforehand, in writing, and you may then choose to accept the additional fees, narrow the scope of your request or cancel your request.
Step 3: Mail form
Mail your completed form and payment to:
Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator
Phase IV, Floor 12, Mail Stop 1203
140 Promenade du Portage
Gatineau, Québec K1A 0J9
You will then receive a written acknowledgment of receipt that indicates the file number assigned to your request. The file number will appear in all subsequent correspondence.
Contact us
Contact us if you have questions about submitting an ATIP request online or by mail.
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