FOIPOP Releases

As a public entity, the Municipality of Argyle adheres to Nova Scotia’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The Municipal Government Act grants authority for most municipal operations in Nova Scotia and includes FOIPOP provisions in Part XX.

Request Releases

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2024

Request 24-001: Emails to/from/cc Municipality of the District of Argyle and Deon’s Oysters, Nolan D’eon, or Colton D’eon regarding the selection of the Salt Bay location and why it was selected, who proposed the location, who approved, water testing dates and results, and preapproval of this location as one of 53 ADA locations.

 

Request 24-002: Any records, emails, or related documents that support how the 6 sites on Salt Bay location was identified and any supporting information for water testing”. In addition, I request access to any emails to/from/cc MoDA and Deon’s Oysters, Nolan D’eon, or Colton D’eon regarding selection of the location and why it was selected, who proposed the location, who approved, water testing dates and results, and preapproval of this location as one of 53 ADA locations.

 

Request 24-003: Emails exchanged (including To:, From: Cc: and Bcc:) between Charlene LeBlanc and Colton Deon between 2018 and present - this includes all email attachments.

 

Request 24-004: Emails exchanged (including To:, From: Cc: and Bcc:) between the Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia and the Municipality of the District of Argyle between 2018 and present - this includes all email attachments.

 

Request 24-005: All email and attachments regarding aquaculture, from January 1, 2018, to present between Colton d’Eon, Nolan d’Eon, d’Eon’s Oysters, and all council and staff members of the Municipality of the District of Argyle.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP)?

As a public entity, the Municipality of Argyle adheres to Nova Scotia’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Municipal Government Act grants authority for most municipal operations in Nova Scotia and includes FOIPOP provisions in Part XX.

These laws uphold transparency and accountability while safeguarding personal privacy and information.

What Information Can Be Accessed?

The public has the right to access most recorded information held by the Municipality, though certain exemptions apply.

At the same time, individuals have the right to privacy regarding their personal information under the Municipality’s control, including details such as name, address, and phone number.

By law, the FOIPOP Administrator cannot disclose:

  • Information that may harm inter-municipal or intergovernmental relations or breach confidentiality agreements with other governments unless consent is given.
  • Information that could negatively impact the financial or economic interests of the Municipality, another municipality, or the Province.
  • Records related to specific labour relations, mediation, or conciliation proceedings.
  • Information protected by solicitor-client privilege.
  • Personal information belonging to others.
  • Details that could significantly affect a third party’s business interests.
  • Information that may compromise law enforcement activities.
  • Data that could harm the economic or financial interests of a public body, individuals, or the public.

Additionally, individuals have the right to access their own personal records held by the Municipality and request updates or corrections to their personal information.

Additional Guides

Here are some additional guides from the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Nova Scotia to help answer any questions you may have: