Report finds Canadian municipalities inconsistently handle public info requests, lacking clear criteria.

A report by British Columbia's Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner found that many municipalities inconsistently handle public information requests, with 42 charging fees and 12 not allowing remote payments. The investigation of 156 municipalities revealed a lack of clear criteria for which records can be released, leading to unequal access. Recommendations include improving payment options, staff training, and establishing clearer criteria for record availability.

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