Interpretation Bulletins

Interpretation Bulletin: Custody or Control

This interpretation bulletin outlines the factors to determine if a record is in the custody or under the control of an institution, as set out in section 10(1) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and section 4(1) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This document further explains how to determine “custody or control” when an institution holds the record or when another individual or organization holds the record.

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