Is it appropriate to circulate a monthly listing of FOIP requests, including the name of the requester, to internal departments or the board of governors?
NO, it is not appropriate to reveal personal information about applicants unless an employee needs to know that information in order to deal with the request. [Section 40(1)(h)] If the requester is a business or organization, that information can be disclosed as only individuals have personal privacy rights. However, this practice is not recommended. Provision of a description of the request and the type of applicant can be provided internally or to the Board.
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