Access to Information and Privacy Specialist

Canada Lands Company / Société Immobilière du Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency is looking for an Access to Information and Privacy Analyst to manage access to information requests and ensure compliance with legislation. The successful candidate will have at least seven years of experience in a similar role, a post-secondary degree, and strong skills in analysis and communication. Bilingualism in French and English is essential. This position offers an opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment while adhering to privacy standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of experience in access to information or freedom of information department.
• Experience with the federal Access to Information Act preferred.
• Ability to manage sensitive information in accordance with privacy legislation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Access to Information Act and Privacy Act.
• Strong analytical, decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Bilingualism (French and English) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process access to information requests within statutory timeframes.
• Prepare Access to Information and Privacy Act statistical reports.
• Engage with requesters on timelines and scope of requests.
• Provide guidance on ATIP legislation and liaise with government bodies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma

Certificate in Information Access and Privacy Protection

Tools

MS Office software

Job description

Access to Information and Privacy Analyst

Title: Access to Information andPrivacyAnalyst

Department: Legal

Employment status: 24-month contract

Purpose of Role

The ATIP is responsible for managing and processing all access to information requests and privacy requests, and for preparing statistical reports and annual reports for Canada Lands Company Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”). The ATIP analyst reports to the Assistant Corporate Secretary and Manager, Legal Services and works within the Legal Department.

Key Functions

ATIP Management

• Subject matter expert in the leading, planning, coordination and delivery of privacy and access requests, ensuring all privacy and regulatory compliance and requirements.
• Manages and processes Access to Information Act requests and Privacy Act requests within statutory timeframes, which includes, but is not limited to, the following activities:
• Accurately recording, tracking, and filing of requests.
• Preparation of receipts and correspondence for requesters.
• Liaising with corporate and regional staff for the production of records.
• Communicating effectively with requesters.
• Requesting and managing appropriate extensions;
• Review and redaction of records in accordance with the applicable legislation.
• Preparation of exemption and redaction justifications.
• Preparation of release packages; and
• Responds to any ATIP complaints.

Legislative Compliance and Reporting

• Coordinates and liaises with government.
• Prepares Access to Information and Privacy Act statistical reports and annual reports for the Company.
• Assists in completion of, and ensures monthly publication of, summaries of completed ATIP requests on Company’s websites.
• Provides advice and guidance and research on the application and interpretation of the ATIP legislation and related instruments on disclosure, non-disclosure, exemptions, exclusions, fees, legislated timeframes to managers, employees, third party representatives, and applicants while negotiating the resolution of complex cases.
• Analyzes, researches, and reviews documents for disclosure in accordance with the ATIP legislation, Treasury Board policies, and guidelines, and jurisprudence.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engages and negotiates with requesters and third parties on timelines, scope of requests, and relevant ATIP exemptions and disclosures.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Corporate Secretary & Manager, Legal Services to accurately represent the Company in dealings with the Treasury Board Secretariat, the Information and Privacy Commissioners and other government departments and agencies regarding the application of the Acts as they pertain to the Company.
• Designs and delivers ATIP training programs for Company employees.

Qualifications and Experience

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in related field required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in an access to information or freedom of information department (with preference given to experience with federal Access to Information Act).
• Certificate in Information Access and Privacy Protection preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of: Access to Information Act and Privacy Act
• Analytical, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills to evaluate various access to information requests and interpret legislation.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and in accordance with privacy legislation.
• Experience with voluminous and complex access and privacy requests.
• Experience supporting multidisciplinary teams and the ability to balance a wide variety of priorities with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated flexibility, organizational and time‑management and attention to detail skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills with strong attention to detail.
• Must be proficient in standard MS office software and equipment.
• Bilingualism (French and English) required.

To express your interest in the role, please submit your application here before December 19, 2025.

Canada Lands Company CLC Limited is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Canada Lands Company is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please inform us as soon as possible and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.