We’ve had enough secrets’: First Nations group opposes Ontario move to limit freedom-of-information laws – CBC

Mar 18, 2026

Premier Ford has defended proposed change, calling current law ‘antiquated’

First Nations are voicing opposition to Ontario’s proposed legislation to change freedom-of-information (FOI) laws, saying they’re concerned it would reduce Indigenous communities’ ability to access information.

If the law change passes in the Legislature, the records of the premier, cabinet ministers, parliamentary assistants and their offices would no longer be subject to FOI laws, meaning members of the public wouldn’t be able to access them through FOI requests.

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