Freedom of Information (FOI)

How to Submit an FOI Request

FOI requests must be submitted in writing. You may complete the Freedom of Information Request Form or submit a written letter or email.

Your request must:

1. Clearly describe the records you are seeking; and

2. Include the required $5.00 application fee.

Providing sufficient detail will assist staff in locating the requested records.

If you are requesting access to your own personal information, you will be required to provide sufficient identification to verify your identity. Where a request is made on behalf of another individual, written authorization from that individual must be provided.

Processing Time

Skilled Trades Ontario will respond to requests within 30 calendar days, as required under the Act. Time extensions may be applied where permitted under the Act.

Submitting Your Request

Written requests and supporting materials, such as completed request forms and copies of identification, may be submitted by email or mail.

Requests submitted by email will not be processed until the $5.00 application fee has been received.

The $5.00 application fee must be submitted by mail in the form of cash (exact change only), cheque, or money order payable to Skilled Trades Ontario.

Once your request and application fee have been received:

• The FOI Office will review and clarify the request if needed
• A search for responsive records will be conducted
• A fee estimate may be issued, where applicable
• A formal decision letter will be issued

Mailing Address:

Attention: FOI Office
Skilled Trades Ontario
201 City Centre Drive – 6th Floor
Mississauga, ON
L5B 2T4

Email: FOI@skilledtradesontario.ca

Phone: 647-847-3002

Appeals

To file an appeal or for more information on the appeal procedures, contact:

Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
2 Bloor Street East, Suite 1400
Toronto, ON
M4W 1A8

Phone: 416-326-3333 or 1-800-387-0073

TDD/TTY: 416-325-7539

Fax: 416-325-9195

Email: info@ipc.on.ca

Website: https://www.ipc.on.ca