freedom of information requests.

Records that are in control or custody of the City of Langford, that do not contain personal and/or sensitive information, can be requested verbally or in writing to the appropriate department. Examples of routinely releasable records include general information pertaining to permits, licenses, and policies/procedures.

If you are seeking property records, please visit the Property Records request page.

British Columbia’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (“FOIPPA”) gives individuals the right to access records that are in the control or custody of public bodies. Release of information is subject to exceptions outlined in Division 2 of FOIPPA, such as protection of personal privacy. Requests for records that contain sensitive and/or personal information are handled in accordance with FOIPPA.

When submitting your request, please include your name, contact information, a description of the records you are seeking, and a relevant date range of the records (if applicable). If you are requesting records on behalf of another individual, please include their authorization to do so.

Please submit FOI requests by email, or in writing:

Email: FOI@langford.ca

In Writing: Attn: FOI Coordinator

City of Langford
2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Avenue
Langford, BC, V9B 2X8

After submitting your request, the City of Langford’s FOI Coordinator will send a letter confirming receipt of your request, any associated fees, and when you can expect to receive the requested information by. The Coordinator may also be in touch to clarify the scope of your request.

Records in the custody or control of another public body, including the RCMP, must be obtained directly from that public body.